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Synopsis
When Mr. Earnshaw, master of Wuthering Heights, returns from a trip with an unkempt orphan in tow, he announces that the child, Heathcliff, is now a member of the family. While young Catherine Earnshaw becomes close with Heathcliff, her older brother Hindley sinks into bitter resentment. As Catherine and Heathcliff mature, and their affection blossoms into desire, Hindley's resentment boils over into hatred, setting the stage for a tragic drama whose aftermath will shake the foundations of their world.
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Discover the story of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights with this exquisite edition from Union Square & Co. Signature Gilded Classics series The stunning Wuthering Heightsspecial edition features sprayed edges, color end pages, a built-in ribbon bookmark, and embossed foil cover. The beautiful design and attention to detail set this special edition book apart, whether you're reading for the first time or building a library of your favorite classic literature books. When Mr. Earnshaw, master of Wuthering Heights, returns from a trip with an unkempt orphan in tow, he announces that the child, Heathcliff, is now a member of the family. While young Catherine Earnshaw becomes close with Heathcliff, her older brother Hindley sinks into bitter resentment. As Catherine and Heathcliff mature, and their affection blossoms into desire, Hindley's resentment boils over into hatred, setting the stage for a tragic drama whose aftermath will shake the foundations of their world.
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bront was first published in 1847. It follows the story of the Earnshaw family in Yorkshire, England over two generations, and is considered a classic of English literature, having been adapted into numerous films and television shows. Aside from being beautifully-written, the novel that explores complex themes such as love, revenge, and the nature of good and evil--serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of revenge and the importance of forgiveness.