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Wuthering Heights

Wuthering Heights is a literature classic written by Emily Bronte and published in 1847. It is a gothic novel that tells of the love story between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff and how unresolved passion leads to the destruction of themselves and those around them.

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Who was hareton father?

Hindley Earnshaw is Hareton's father in Wuthering Heights.

What is the setting of wuthering heights?

There are three main settings; o Wuthering Heights is a farmhouse where most of the story takes place. It is the home of the Earnshaws and later owned by Heathcliff. o Thrushcross Grange is the home of the Lintons and is later owned by Heathcliff. o The moors are where Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw grow up together and fall in love. For more information, go to this website. ---> http://wuthering-heights.co.uk/index.htm Hope this helps, Elle13 :D

What are some books based on Wuthering Heights?

Fortune's Rocks by Anita Shreve, Second Nature by Alice Hoffman, The House of Dead Maids by Claire Dunkle, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

What is inscribed above the entrance in Wuthering Heights?

the date it was built in 1500 and the name Hareton Earnshaw

How does Bronte protray sympathy for heathcliff in Wuthering Heights?

there are factors which arouse our sympathy for Heathcliff. He was not welcomed at first at Wuthering Heights and seen as the 'gipsy brat.' There was abuse he suffered at the hands of Hindley but he was

"uncomplaining as a lamb."

And most importantly of all we feel

most for Heathcliff because of the

fact that there have always been

obstacles in the way of Catherine Earnshaw

What is an appropriate age to read Wuthering Heights?

Well, honey, there's no hard and fast rule on when to dive into the drama of Wuthering Heights. But I'd say wait until you're old enough to appreciate the messed-up love story and dark themes without getting too scarred. So, maybe leave it for when you're in your late teens or early twenties. But hey, if you're a precocious reader, go for it whenever you want - just be prepared for some heavy emotional baggage!

Why does Edgar bury Catherine away from her family?

The location of Catherine's coffin reflects the conflict that tears apart her short life, with Edgar and Heathcliff on both sides.

Which real-life personwas the inspiration for the character of heathcliff?

Heathcliff is believed by some to have been inspired by Robert Parker who was a successful lawyer in Halifax. It is said that he visited the Brontes and fascinated Emily with his stories.

If you do a google search "Robert Parker inspiration for Heathcliff" you will find a number of entries.

Who is the author of withering heights?

The correct name of this novel is Wuthering Heights . . . yes, with a "u".

Wuthering Heights was the only novel written by Emily Bronte (BRON-tay) before she died at age 30.

What is the tone and mood of Wuthering Heights?

Wuthering Heights is a prototypical novel of the Romantic (with a capital R) period. That does not mean that it is a "romantic" novel, although it certainly is a very passionate love story. Google for the characteristics of a Romantic (with a capital R) era novel. For my money there is not much difference between tone and mood. If I recall correctly they appear in a list of half a dozen literary characteristics, don't they?

WH belongs to a category of literature that in German becomes Sturm und Drang (storm and stress.) I would definitely say that captures the mood.

Why would weathy Mr Earnshaw adopt an orphan?

Mr. Earnshaw, country squire, occasionally traveled to the city. When he returned with the "gypsy orphan" Heathcliff there are very few details given. The narrator's Victorian lack of curiosity leaves readers to simply accept that this event, central to the convoluted tragedy of Wuthering Heights, was unusual, but somehow beyond further consideration. I suggest that serious readers read over the passages concerning Mr Earnshaw's trips to the city, and many clues become apparent. Earnshaw had a relationship with Heathcliff's "gypsy" mother. Earnshaw's love of the dark gypsy orphan could be seen as quite natural if the child were his son, couldn't it? The enduring curse of the too passionate love between Heathcliff and Cathy also becomes understandable if the curse is the "shadow" of incest.

Who sang the song ''Wuthering Heights''?

"Wuthering Heights' is originally a song written and sang by Kate Bush. She released the song in 1978, and since then, a number of singers have covered the song such as Elisa Toffoli, Hayley Westenra, The Decemberists and more recently Wolfmother.

Is Wuthering Heights a socio economic novel?

Yes. Wuthering Heights also relates to social classes. In the beginning of the story (chronologically) The Earnshaws represent the lower class living at Wuthering Heights. The Lintons, at Thrushcross Grange, represent the high class.

The Earnshaws demonstrate the characteristics of wild, dirty, relaxed, casual, hard workers. Whereas, the Lintons are refined, proper, gentle, quite, highly educated, and well respected. This is because the Earnshaws have less money, and the Lintons are wealthy.

The twist begins when Catherine Earnshaw stays at the Lintons' Thrushcross Grange and becomes a "lady." Once Catherine E. becomes proper, she craves being in the higher class, therefore marries Edgar Linton, even though she loves Heathclif.

Aside from all the revenge and love triangles, this book is much about social economic classes and the problems which come, when the two clash.