In comparison to the few opportunities that would have been available to the uneducated and women during the Victorian period, there are definitely more opportunities available to both in modern times.
The events of Pygmalion take place in the early 20th century, near the end of the Victorian era; during this time, the rigid hierarchy that characterized the era began to decline, as various social movements and cultural changes made educational and employment opportunities available to the working middle class and poor. Despite these changes, education was not equal between sexes and classes.
For the upperclass, “Gentlemen” would be educated at their home until they were old enough to attend a school. However, it was not mandatory, neither
The events of Pygmalion take place in the early 20th century, near the end of the Victorian era; during this time, the rigid hierarchy that characterized the era began to decline, as various social movements and cultural changes made educational and employment opportunities available to the working middle class and poor. Despite these changes, education was not equal between sexes and classes.
For the upperclass, “Gentlemen” would be educated at their home until they were old enough to attend a school. However, it was not mandatory, neither