Wuthering Heights(Illustrated)

Emily Brontë

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Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 beautifully crafted illustrations depicting key scenes from the novel.
	Comprehensive Extras: Contains a detailed summary, a character list, and an insightful author biography of Emily Brontë.
	Timeless Gothic Masterpiece: Experience the classic like never before with added visual and literary elements.

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a gripping tale of passion, revenge, and the dark side of human nature, set against the wild, untamed Yorkshire moors. This gothic masterpiece follows the intense and destructive love between Heathcliff, a brooding orphan, and Catherine Earnshaw, whose fierce affection is shattered by pride and social ambition. As their lives unfold, a cycle of revenge and heartbreak spans two generations, ensnaring everyone who crosses their path.
This special illustrated edition breathes new life into the story with 20 vivid illustrations, perfectly capturing the moody atmosphere and turbulent emotions of the novel. Readers are also treated to a concise summary, a helpful character guide, and a captivating biography of Emily Brontë, offering deeper insights into the author’s life and her only novel.
Whether you're discovering Wuthering Heights for the first time or revisiting its timeless themes of love and vengeance, this edition offers a richer and more immersive reading experience

Disponibile da: 02/11/2024.

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