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Description

There are few more convincing, less sentimental accounts of love than Wuthering Heights. This is the story of a tormented foundling who falls in love with the daughter of his benefactor, and of the violence and misery that result from their thwarted longing for each other.

Cast of Characters/Important People

Memorable Quotes

  • “'My love for Heathcliff resembles the eternal rocks beneath - a source of little visible delight, but necessary.'”
    Cathy
  • “If all else perished, and he remained, I should still continue to be; and if all else remained, and he were annihilated, the universe would turn to a mighty stranger. I should not seem a part of it.”
    Cathy
  • “I am now quite cured of seeking pleasure in society, be it country or town. A sensible man ought to find sufficient company in himself.”
  • “Honest people don't hide their deeds.”
  • “Is Mr. Heathcliff a man? If so, is he mad? And if not, is he a devil? I sha'n't tell my reasons for making this inquiry; but I beseech you to explain, if you can, what I have married ...”

First Sentence

1801—I have just returned from a visit to my landlord - the solitary neighbour that I shall be troubled with.

Glossary

  • Chevy Chase: An old English ballad dealing with the Battle of Otterburn.
  • Chit: An immature or childish girl.
  • Delf-case: A cabinet for tableware named for popular glazed earthenware, usually blue and white, originating in the city of Delft.
  • Offald ways: Used to characterize Catherine's and Heathcliff's behavior as disreputable.

Authors & Contributors

  1. Emily Bronte (Author)

Other Contributors:

  1. Patsy Stoneman
  2. Nicholas Marsh
 

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