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“Wuthering Heights” is a novel written by Emily Brontë. It was first published in 1847 under the pseudonym Ellis Bell. The novel is known for its dark and passionate tale of love and revenge, set in the Yorkshire moors of England.
The story is narrated by Mr. Lockwood, a newcomer to the area, who rents a house called Thrushcross Grange. He becomes intrigued by the mysterious goings-on at Wuthering Heights, a nearby farmhouse. The primary characters are Heathcliff, an orphan taken in by the Earnshaw family, and Catherine Earnshaw, his childhood friend and love interest.
The novel spans two generations and explores themes such as love, obsession, revenge, social class, and the supernatural. Emily Brontë’s “Wuthering Heights” is celebrated for its complex characters and intense portrayal of emotions. It has become a classic of English literature and is considered one of the greatest works of Gothic fiction. Despite initial mixed reviews, the novel has gained widespread acclaim and has been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions.
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