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Wuthering Heights

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Wuthering Heights, by Emily Brontë

Wuthering Heights, published in 1847 under the pseudonym Ellis Bell, is Emily Brontë’s only novel and a cornerstone of English literature, renowned for its dark, passionate exploration of love, revenge, and social class on the desolate Yorkshire moors. Set in the late 18th to early 19th century, the story unfolds through the recollections of multiple narrators, primarily focusing on the turbulent relationship between the brooding Heathcliff, an orphaned foundling, and the spirited Catherine Earnshaw. Their intense, almost supernatural bond drives the narrative, which spans two generations, weaving a tale of obsession, betrayal, and vengeance that destroys families and defies societal norms. Brontë’s vivid portrayal of the wild, unforgiving landscape mirrors the raw emotions of her complex characters, cementing the novel’s status as a gothic masterpiece that continues to captivate readers for its psychological depth and unconventional storytelling.

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