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Wuthering Heights - cover

Wuthering Heights

Emily Bronte

Maison d'édition: CLXBX

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Synopsis

Wuthering Heights is a dark, passionate, and unforgettable novel that stands as one of the greatest achievements of English literature. First published in 1847, Emily Brontë's only novel defies convention with its intense emotions, complex structure, and haunting exploration of love, obsession, and revenge.

Set on the wild and desolate Yorkshire moors, the story centers on the turbulent relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and the brooding, enigmatic Heathcliff. Bound by a love that is elemental and destructive, their bond transcends social boundaries and moral restraint. When pride, cruelty, and circumstance tear them apart, the consequences echo across generations, shaping the lives of all who inhabit the neighboring estates of Wuthering Heights and Thrushcross Grange.

Through its layered narration and gothic atmosphere, the novel explores themes of passion versus propriety, nature versus civilization, and the enduring power of memory and resentment. Brontë's portrayal of love is both fierce and unsettling, challenging romantic ideals and revealing the darker impulses of the human heart.

Bold, haunting, and profoundly original, Wuthering Heights remains a timeless masterpiece. Its raw emotional force, vivid setting, and unforgettable characters continue to captivate readers, securing its place as one of the most powerful and influential novels ever written.
Disponible depuis: 10/02/2026.
Longueur d'impression: 406 pages.

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