Brontd, Emily
Wuthering Heights
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141439556
- author:
- Brontd, Emily
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2.4 x 19.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights is a story of love and revenge, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Yorkshire moors. The story revolves around the intense and often destructive relationship between Catherine and Heathcliff, a foundling adopted by Catherine's family, and the choices they make that have far-reaching consequences for those around them. The novel explores the complexities of class, identity, and the human condition, as Catherine is forced to navigate the expectations of her social status and the passion of her heart. This Penguin Classics edition features an introduction by Pauline Nestor, which discusses the changing critical receptions of the novel, as well as Emily Brontë's influences and background. A new preface by Lucasta Miller adds further insight into the novel's enduring themes and interpretations, making this edition a valuable resource for readers seeking to understand the full depth of Wuthering Heights.