Wuthering Heights
Wuthering Heights
Emily Brontë
Jordan Peterson
Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
Chloë Grace Moretz
I have read it at least 10 times since I was 14. In my opinion, the romance in it is scarcely found in books today. - Chloë Grace Moretz
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Wuthering Heights

Wuthering Heights

Emily Brontë
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Emily Brontë
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In the brooding wilderness of the Yorkshire moors, Emily Brontë crafts a masterpiece of Gothic literature with "Wuthering Heights." At its tempestuous heart lies the tumultuous relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, a love that transcends the boundaries of life and death. Their passionate bond forms the epicenter around which a saga of family, revenge, and the haunting nature of unfulfilled desire unfolds. Brontë's novel is not merely a story of love but a profound exploration of the human psyche, the destructive nature of obsession, and the deep, often cruel, complexities of the human heart. With a narrative as rugged and wild as the moors on which it is set, "Wuthering Heights" challenges the very notions of Victorian morality and social structure. Through its intricate plot and mesmerizing characters, Brontë weaves a tale that is both timeless and ahead of its time. The novel delves deep into the darkness of human nature, unveiling the raw, primal forces that drive us. Its enduring power lies in its ability to stir the soul, provoke thought, and evoke an unparalleled emotional experience. "Wuthering Heights" remains a towering work of art, inviting readers to lose themselves in the fierce love and haunting legacy of its characters.

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Released
1847
1 Dec
Length
464
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I have read it at least 10 times since I was 14. In my opinion, the romance in it is scarcely found in books today. - Chloë Grace Moretz
Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
He's more myself than I am. Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.
— Emily Brontë, Wuthering Heights

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