What is the conflict in the book Wuthering Heights?

Answer 1

There are many conflicts in Wuthering Heights. Heathcliff is at conflict with just about every other character in the book. There is a socioeconomic conflict, the social class difference between Heathcliff, Catherine and Edgar, and the class difference between women and men of that era. There is also romance vs the practical conflict. Catherine must marry Edgar to be "taken" care of as a proper lady should, yet Catherine must then give up her wild and free ways and become a refine lady of society. To do this, she must give up part of her soul, her authentic self.

Answer 2

The main conflict in "Wuthering Heights" revolves around the destructive and passionate love between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw, which leads to jealousy, revenge, and ultimately tragedy. Additionally, there is a conflict between the two families, the Earnshaws and the Lintons, driven by class differences and social hierarchy.