HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved, essential classics. 'Is Mr. Heathcliff a man? If so, is he mad? And if not, is he a devil?' Set on the bleak moors of Yorkshire, Lockwood is forced to seek shelter at Wuthering Heights, the home of his new landlord, Heathcliff. The intense and wildly passionate Heathcliff tells the story of his life, his all-consuming love for Catherine Earnshaw and the doomed outcome of that relationship, leading to his revenge. Poetic, complex and grand in its scope, Emily Brontë's masterpiece is considered one of the most unique gothic novels of its time.
Emily Bronte
Emily Bronte was an English novelist and poet, best known for her only novel "Wuthering Heights." Born in 1818, Bronte's writing style is characterized by its intense emotion, vivid imagery, and exploration of dark themes such as passion, revenge, and the supernatural. "Wuthering Heights" is considered a classic of English literature and has had a lasting impact on the Gothic and Romantic genres. Bronte's contribution to literature lies in her ability to create complex and flawed characters that continue to resonate with readers today. She passed away in 1848 at the age of 30, leaving behind a legacy of powerful and enduring works.