ENTRY I (chapter 1-4) The first chapter of Wuthering Heights introduces the narrator, Mr Lockwood. He has come to Wuthering Heights to meet his landlord Heathcliff, the owner of both Wuthering Heights and Thrushcross Grange. Lockwood describes him as a handsome, erect, dark-skinned gypsy, though have the manners and dress of a gentleman. His black eyes, hidden under his dark brows, suggest his morose nature. His aloofness would make any guest feel unwelcome. Immediately, I, like Mr Lockwood, have become curious and drawn to Heathcliff’s world. Emily Bronte has wonderfully used descriptions of nature not only to give vividness to the story, but also to reach certain purposes. Firstly, the nature was used to show and give a hint about the characteristics of specific places or characters. For instance, in Chapter I, Wuthering Heights was described to be ‘an ancient fortress, standing against both the weather and outsiders”, “exposed in a stormy weather surrounded by stunted firs and gaunt thorns all stretching their limbs as craving alms of the sun”. From here I learned that Wuthering Heights, the title of the book, suggests the novel is not going to be set in an agreeable place, but rather a wild and mysterious location.

Upon Lockwood’s second visit to Wuthering Heights, the characters of Cathy and Hareton are introduced. Cathy is a slender young woman with golden ringlets, a beautiful figure and a lovely face, though her attitude is cold, inconsiderate, rude and unfriendly. Hareton Earnshaw is poorly dressed, with the appearance of a servant. However, his manner is confident and arrogant. The way this chapter is told sets the mysterious mood for the reader. I became more curious and fascinated by the characters and story line of the novel.

In chapter three, a sense of mystery and suspense are portrayed throughout the entire chapter. Horrific descriptions are used for the famous ghost scene of the novel. Sentences like ‘…I pulled its wrist on to the broken pane and rubbed it to and fro till the blood ran down and soaked the bed clothes’ are used to paint a frightful picture in the readers’ minds. The atmosphere of mystery and terror is further deepened by the behaviour of Heathcliff upon hearing Lockwood’s nightmares. Upon this point of the novel, I have developed a further curiosity of Catherine and her relation to Heathcliff.

Chapter four begins the history of the Earnshaw family in Wuthering Heights with the narration of Nelly Dean. Mr Earnshaw brought back a foundling and named him Heathcliff. All members of the family except for Mr Earnshaw and Catherine dislike the dark skinned gypsy boy. Heathcliff patiently endures Hindley’s cruel treatment towards him. In contrast, Catherine, who is described as a naughty, mischievous girl is drawn towards Heathcliff and becomes fast friends with the vindictive, gypsy child.

ENTRY II (chapter 5-8) Chapter five portrays the event of Mr Earnshaw’s death, the closeness between Catherine and Heathcliff and the departure of Hindley for college. Before Mr Earnshaw’s death, he has become weaker by the day. Heathcliff is now his favourite out of the three children, he always stands up for him and only his poor health prevents his from striking Hindley for his cruel treatment towards Heathcliff. Catherine reveals her dominating and mischievous personality as he can control Heathcliff and angers her father by saying she has more power over Heathcliff than he does. After the death of Mr Earnshaw, in Nelly’s words ‘the little souls were comforting each other...’ which indicates the extreme closeness between Catherine and Heathcliff.

The main events in chapter six include the return of Hindley with his wife - Frances and also depict the misadventure of Catherine and Heathcliff at Thrushcross Grange. Frances dislikes Heathcliff, spurred by his wife’s feelings; Hindley treats Heathcliff with extreme hatred and makes him work in the fields like a servant. I can now sense the vengeful feelings Heathcliff has become to develop towards his tormentor. The chapter also introduces Edgar and Isabella when Catherine and Heathcliff pay a visit to the Grange and spies through their window. Catherine was bitten by a dog upon escaping and had to stay behind. In this chapter, Thrushcross Grange is described as colourful and beautiful, in complete contrast the Wuthering Heights. The Lintons judge Heathcliff as a wicked boy, unfit for such a decent household and referred as a ‘strange acquisition’ by Mr Linton. Heathcliff views Edgar and Isabella as spoiled children and despises their personalities.

In chapter seven of the novel, Catherine returns home from the Thruscross Grange for Christmas after five weeks. During this period her manners have improved considerably and she has become more beautiful and gentle. In complete contrast to Catherine, Heathcliff has become untamed than ever during her absence. It seems to me that he has stopped living without the presence of Catherine, which shows his deep devotion towards her. At first Catherine angers Heathcliff by her criticism towards his appearances, later he gives in as he decides to do whatever pleases Catherine. Also Nelly’s kindness towards Heathcliff is shown during when he seeks her help to improve his appearances. Heathcliff ‘s wild side is clearly portrayed as he is violent towards Edgar and his vengeful feelings towards Hindley have become stronger.

Chapter eight is an important chapter toward the plot development of the novel. I think through this chapter, Catherine’s true wild and stormy character is truly depicted. She hits Nelly, shakes little Hareton, abuses Heathcliff and slaps Edgar. She is self centered and stubborn and proud. The death of Frances has caused Hindley to abuse Heathcliff more than ever. Heathcliff is also changing as he openly shows his disgust, become unsociable and morose as he has acquired ‘an ignoble look’ and a ‘slouching gait’. It is obvious to me that the conflict is caused as Catherine is close to the Lintons and Heathcliff is jealous that she is no longer concentrating all her attention on him. Another important in the chapter is the declaration of love between Catherine and Edgar. Though her love for Edgar is purely materialistically based.

ENTRY III (chapter 9-12) Chapter nine is eventful, revealing that Hindley has become an alcoholic who abuses his son. Edgar proposes and marries Catherine and Heathcliff leaves Wuthering Heights. Catherine admits to Nelly that she loves Heathcliff much more than Edgar, however she thinks it is socially degrading to marry Heathcliff. As a result, she commits herself of marrying Edgar with his fortune, even though she admits ‘my love for Linton is like the foliage in the woods. Time will change it, I’m well aware, as winter changes the trees. My love for Heathcliff resembles the eternal rocks beneath – a source of little visible delight, but necessary, I am Heathcliff – he’s always, always in my mind’. Unfortunately, Heathcliff leaves before he hears her confession, as a result, Catherine falls ill by refusing to believe he has really gone and waits for him outside in the rain. I think this chapter is filled with emotions of love, it includes the famous speech by Catherine describing her passion towards Heathcliff. I do wonder though if this kind of deep love really exist outside novels and films.

Chapter nine portrays the sudden return of Heathcliff. He has become more polished, now possesses better manners and also a certain dignity through his actions. He also has managed to obtain large amounts of wealth, although the novel does not explain how he became rich in such a short period of time. Edgar portrays his anger and jealousy when Catherine shows her absolute delight over the return of Heathcliff. There’s much unpleasantness between Catherine and her husband over Heathcliff. Isabella has developed an infatuation towards Heathcliff; Catherine shows her jealousy by discouraging her towards him, saying that he is a fierce, selfish, pitiless man without refinement or cultivation. Despite what she hears, Isabella defends Heathcliff and he seems to shows interest in her - for her wealth and also to use her as part of his revenge scheme.

It is obvious in chapter eleven that Heathcliff has begun to take his revenge on Hindley as he teaches Hareton to hate his father. The chapter is filled with emotions, pity, fear and tension. The quarrel between Catherine and Heathcliff over Isabella shows Catherine’s jealousy over the Isabella’s infatuation with Heathcliff. Heathcliff sees the girl’s infatuation for him as an opportunity to gain possession of the Linton property. I think this is where Heathcliff’s revenge begins as he pretends his care towards Isabella and also winning large sums of money from Hindley at the same time. The end of the chapter shows the weak Catherine with her frail mental state.

In chapter twelve, Catherine’s illness becomes worse as she goes into her state of delirium. I think at this point of the novel, Catherine’s mind is in a state of complete disorder, although she still deeply loves Heathcliff as she swears when she dies, she will not rest in peace until Heathcliff joins her. Catherine tells Edgar that she is certain that she will die before spring and request for her to be buried in the open air, on her beloved moors. Heathcliff has taken another step in his plan of revenge as he has successfully degraded Hindley by winning over all his money, now he and Isabella are going to be married, he is also a step closer to obtaining Thrushcross Grange.

ENTRY IV (chapter 13-16) Chapter thirteen begins with the account of Catherine’s partial recovery under the devoted care of her husband Edgar. She is now pregnant and Edgar hopes the child will be a boy to keep Thrushcross Grange under the Linton name. Isabella sends a note to Edgar begging for his forgiveness, however, she does not receive a response from him. Isabella also sends a long letter to Nelly, explaining her misery as Heathcliff mistreats her with extreme cruelty. I think it is here that readers can see that Heathcliff truly has something diabolical and savage in his nature. I’ve always thought Isabella as a shallow and naïve character, though now she is just a victim of Heathcliff, truly innocent in every way. It is obvious that Isabella is now full of regret for her marriage of Heathcliff as she mentions in her letter ‘…I do hate him – I am wretched – I have been a fool.’ It is appropriate for her to accuse him as a devil as his behaviour is in fact inhumane. The chapter also reveals that Hindley has become desperate and his hatred towards Heathcliff is to the extreme as he vows to kill him. It is certain that Hindley is now powerless in Wuthering Heights, with no authority over anyone at all.

In chapter fourteen, Nelly visits Wuthering Heights upon receiving Isabella’s letter. Heathcliff ‘s cruelty and abuse towards Isabella are monstrous still, he seems to delight in her misery and confesses in Nelly’s presence that he has never cared for the foolish and infatuated Isabella. However, his deep love towards Catherine is unchanged. Heathcliff demands that Nelly arrange a meeting for him with her, as he is greatly concerned for her health. He says if she was to die, two words would comprehend his future – ‘death and hell’.

Chapter fifteen is truly an unforgettable chapter. I think this chapter best portrays the true deep love Heathcliff and Catherine has towards each other. The long conversation between Heathcliff and Catherine indicates how closely they are connected in mind and soul. Heathcliff holds the physically weak Catherine in his arms and both declares their eternal love for each other. Now that Catherine has confessed and mended her relationship with Heathcliff, she is ready to face death. However she does not believe that death will separate her and Heathcliff forever, both of the lovers recognise that their bond of love will not be limited to this lifetime.

In chapter sixteen tells the death of Catherine and the premature birth of her daughter, who is named Cathy after her mother. Edgar grieves over both the death and birth in his family for he deeply loves Catherine and also has longed for his child to be a son, as heir to his property. He buries her as she requested, out in the open and as close to her beloved moors as possible. Heathcliff’s grief over Catherine’s death is incredibly intense. He hopes that she will haunt him as a ghost than forsake him altogether, as he feels that he cannot live without his ‘life’ and ‘soul’.

ENTRY V (chapter 17-20) Chapter seventeen is important to the character development in the novel. The main events include the fierce fight between Hindley and Heathcliff, Heathcliff’s attack on Isabella with a dinner knife causing her to flee from the Heights to the Grange, hence her permanent departure to London and the birth of her son, Linton. The chapter also reveals the death of Hindley and Isabella. In this chapter, Edgar reconciles himself to life without his beloved Catherine and develops a deep attachment to his daughter Cathy. Heathcliff spends sleepless nights and weeps profusely over the death of Catherine. He goes to her grave every evening and locks himself in his room upon returning home. Heathcliff wants to bring up Hareton under the similar conditions in which he himself had grown up in. Hindley’s abuse has permanently damaged him and now it is his turn to take revenge and traumatize Hindley’s son, Hareton.

Chapter eighteen marks a turning point in the novel. The love story of Catherine and Heathcliff is past and the love of the next generation begins. The younger Cathy is now thirteen years old; she has inherited the gentleness of her father and the willfulness of her mother. She can be ‘soft and mild as a dove’, a gentle voice and a pensive expression. She also has a sharp, inquisitive mind and is eager to quickly learn what her father teaches her. I think Edgar is overprotective over Cathy as she can sometimes have a tendency to be impertinent, defiant and perverse. The chapter also tells the unpleasant meeting between Cathy and Hareton. As Cathy wonders off the Grange upon her father’s absence in London, she goes as far as Wuthering Heights and encounters Hareton. Her mistake for the suggestions of his identity angers him. Hareton is a handsome, healthy young man, though Heathcliff has prevented him from receiving any kind of education and has a quite an uncivilized manner. This is part of Heathcliff’s plan for revenge, though he is still constantly depressed and too gloomy to seek any companionship.

Chapter nineteen introduces Linton, the son of Heathcliff and Isabella. He is a sickly child, pale and delicate, he strongly resembles his uncle, Edgar in appearance. I think that the perfect word to describe Linton is ‘peevish’. Cathy is seen as a tender and warm-hearted girl as she is sincerely found of her poor, effeminate cousin. Joseph arrives at the Grange and refuses to leave without Linton as part of his orders from Heathcliff. This strongly suggests that Heathcliff has not forgotten his plan for revenge.

Linton is moved from Thrushcross Grange to Wuthering Heights in chapter twenty. Heathcliff wants to use Linton as a means of gaining his enemy’s property and intends to bring about a marriage between Cathy and Linton. It is also obvious that if the sickly Linton dies prematurely, the property would be handed over to him. Heathcliff tells Linton that his mother was ‘a wicked slut’ and refers to Edgar as ‘the cipher at the Grange’. I also thought it was interesting that Heathcliff refers to his own son as ‘it’, possibly spurred by the treatment he used to receive when he was younger.

ENTRY VI (chapter 21-24) Young Cathy turns sixteen in chapter twenty-one. The chapter conveys Cathy’s pleasure over visiting Linton, which indicates that there’s a growing affection between the two of them which fits well with Heathcliff’s vengeful plan. Against her will Nelly accompanies Cathy to the Heights for her visit, for she thinks the young girl should stay away from Heathcliff. Cathy learns that Heathcliff is really her uncle and takes a liking to him. It is odd that she blames her father for having quarreled and broken off his relationship with his brother-in-law. Heathcliff brags to Nelly that he has brought up Hareton as a brute. He has taken care to see that the young man receives no education and has no means of decent social behavior. I think this is purely because Heathcliff is taking revenge upon Hindley, who treated him badly in his childhood. This chapter further develops Cathy, Linton and Hareton. As a young lady, Cathy has a good figure and sparkles with health and high spirits. In contrast, her cousin Linton is depicted as a sickly young man, who possesses as graceful manner. Hareton is portrayed as a young man with bulk and strength, who is rough and awkward. This is because Heathcliff has totally deprived him, he if fully lacking in social graces. I guess it is no wonder that Linton and Cathy tease him for his bahaviour.

In Chapter twenty-two Edgar has become ill, Cathy is very concerned over his illness and devotes herself to attending to his needs. She says to Nelly, "I care for nothing in comparison with papa…I love him better than myself. The chapter also further develops the relationship between Cathy and Linton. In addition, the vengeful Heathcliff is again at work on his evil plans. He speaks to Cathy about his son's love for her in such glowing and forceful terms that Cathy is deeply moved. He begs the girl to come to the Heights to help in Linton's healing, for "he pines for kindness as well as love; and a kind word from you would be his best medicine." The kind and determined Cathy cannot refuse Heathcliff and makes up her mind to pay a visit to Linton.

In chapter twenty-three, the relationship between Cathy and Linton develops and I thought the little quarrel between Linton and Cathy is quite humourous. Cathy seems to love Linton even though he is sickly, disagreeable, and demanding. In contrast to her cousin, Cathy is tender and affectionate. I dislike the character of Linton for his personality and find it odd that Cathy, a beautiful and healthy young girl, should fall in love with Linton, an ailing young man who probably die within a few years. Though I guess that she has had little experience in love and the outside world of the Grange. I think Cathy is a very likeable character as she is portrayed to be kind, and accustomed to nursing ailing people. I also like her determined nature as she goes behind her father’s back to visit Linton.

In chapter twenty-four, Cathy admits to Nelly that she has been visiting Linton at the Heights on a regular basis and has grown fond of the ailing, complaining young man. Since Cathy and Linton are opposites, they usually disagree. Another side of Cathy is revealed when She laughs at Hareton for his awkward ways and inability to read. Despite of this treatment, Hareton develops an interest in Cathy and shows his jealousy towards her devotion to Linton.

ENTRY VII (chapter 25-28) In chapter twenty-five Edgar's physical state has worsened. Aware of his own impending death, he fears for the future of Cathy. Although he does not approve of Cathy's relationship with Linton, he permits it to continue as such a loving father want to see his daughter happy. He even tells her that he does not mind her marrying Linton if it pleases her. By Edgar approving his daughter's marriage to Linton, he is going directly into Heathcliff's plan of revenge. If Cathy marries his dying son, Heathcliff will soon gain control of Thrushcross Grange and all of Edgar's property.

Chapter twenty-six clearly indicates that Heathcliff is manipulating the dying Linton. The boy is so terrified of his bullying father that he will do anything he is asked for fear of physical punishment. He is pictured as a pathetic young man, both mentally and physically; a similar image that is painted for the dying Edgar. Cathy realises that Heathcliff has a part to play in the meeting of her and Linton. She talks to Nelly that it is like Linton has been forced to meet her in order to please his father.

Chapter twenty-seven presents Heathcliff's scheme to marry Cathy and Linton, as the marriage must be accomplished quickly, before Linton dies. Heathcliff once again tricks Cathy to come to Wuthering Heights and literally makes them prisoners there upon their arrival. Now it is obvious that Heathcliff has manipulated the entire relationship between Cathy and Linton. Linton's letters to Cathy were obviously dictated to him by his father and it was also Heathcliff who demanded that Linton meet with Cathy on the moors. Because of this manipulation, Heathcliff appears more despicable in this chapter than ever before, he is conveyed to be heartless, relentless, and vindictive. The characters of Cathy and Nelly are further developed in this chapter. Cathy shows much spirit when she tries to defy Heathcliff. Nelly rises almost to the status of a minor heroine by the courageous stand that she takes when she does her utmost to defend Cathy. During the chapter, young Linton proves himself to be a weakling and a coward, totally fearful of his brutal father, though I must admit that the boy's poor health has left him virtually defenseless against Heathcliff.

There are two crucial events in chapter twenty-eight: Cathy's marriage to Linton during her imprisonment at Wuthering Heights and the death of Edgar Linton. With Linton's help, Cathy manages to escape to her father’s side just before his death. I think the reunion of father and daughter in this chapter is extremely touching and emotional: "Catherine's despair was as silent as her father's joy. . . his raised eyes. . .dilating with ecstasy." Unfortunately, as a result of Heathcliff's carefully planned revenge, Edgar is unable to change his will before he passes away. So Heathcliff has succeeded in obtaining Trushcross Grange. This chapter also shows Nelly's kindness and loyalty to her master and his family. Her feelings for the dying Edgar and Cathy are kind and affectionate. In sharp contrast to the caring Nelly and the gentle Edgar, Heathcliff emerges as a true devil. This is shown by telling his son Linton never to be soft hearted towards Catherine, even though she is now his wife. Heathcliff also brings the lawyer to seize Thruscross Grange as soon as Edgar has died.

ENTRY VIII (chapter 29-32) Heathcliff's cruelty is further emphasized by the manner in which he behaves towards Cathy in chapter twenty-nine. Immediately after Edgar's burial, he rents out the Grange and orders Cathy to Wuthering Heights. He is cruel to her and refers to her as a ‘witch’. This chapter also reveals that Heathcliff has been plagued by Catherine's death for the past eighteen years. He is constantly haunted by her spirit, which puts him in a state of torment and unable to rest. On the day of Edgar's death, he has the sexton dig up Catherine's grave. Heathcliff then pries open the casket to take a look at his true love; he also kicks in the side of the coffin and tells the sexton to do the same to his when he is buried. He believes the holes will allow his dust to mingle with Catherine's. I found it extremely weird that I felt so much hatred towards Heathcliff in the previous chapter and yet this chapter I sympathized for him.

Chapter thirty presents the death of Linton. It is obvious that Heathcliff despised his son and expresses his hatred towards him when he declares that he is not willing to spend a farthing on him. Cathy, however, seems truly grieved over her young husband's death, at the same time fears her future living at Wuthering Heights. Cathy stays isolated in her room for a number of days and Hareton makes an attempt to win Cathy's favour, though she clearly shows her distaste for him, along with all the others in the house. She is even brave enough to speak rudely to Heathcliff. When he strikes her, she becomes more vicious towards him. According to Nelly, the only remedy for the present state of Cathy is for her to get married again. At this point in he novel, the story narrated by Nelly comes to an end and is up to date with the present. Mr. Lockwood’s health has much improved as he is now well enough to move about. He even plans to ride over to Wuthering Heights to inform his landlord, Heathcliff, that he will spend the next six months in London, as he’ll can look for another tenant for Thruscross Grange.

In chapter thirty-one, the narration is now again delivered by Lockwood. This chapter describes Lockwood's visit to Wuthering Heights to inform Heathcliff that he will not renew his lease at the Grange. Since his landlord is not home, Lockwood has time to observe both Hareton and Cathy, whom he describes as "a beauty…but not an angel." It is obvious to Lockwood that Hareton is fascinated by Cathy as he tries to attract her attention. Cathy, however, has no interest and is rude to the young man by mocking his inability to read. By the descriptions of Heathcliff upon his return, It is quite apparent that he is now ill and close to death. He admits to Lockwood that Hareton's presence is driving him crazy, for the boy is a constant reminder of his beloved Catherine as he resembles her in appearances.

In chapter thirty-two, Lockwood returns to Thrushcross Grange after a six-month absence. He learns that Heathcliff had died three moths ago and Nelly was permitted to come to the Heights to attend to Cathy. Cathy is now mistress of Wuthering Heights, giving it a changed atmosphere. Now Cathy and Hareton have buried their previous conflicts and are now deeply fond of each other. The relationship between them has developed to the point where Nelly anticipates their marriage.

ENTRY IX (chapter 33-34) Chapter thirty-three is the events that have occurred during the period of Lockwood’s absence form the Grange. It is obvious in this chapter that Cathy (eighteen) and Hareton (twenty-three) are closer than ever. Cathy, having become over-confident due to her intimacy with Hareton, speaks to Heathcliff in a very bold manner. She tells him, "If you strike me, Hareton will strike you." Heathcliff is furious at Cathy's boldness. He also knows that Hareton is not brave enough to strike him; the young man is absolutely tame in Heathcliff's presence, fearing him as always. The second part of the chapter is truly significant for its psychological value. It is directly related to the central theme of the novel, the relationship between Heathcliff and the dead Catherine, his only true love in life. He reveals that all his past actions have been governed by his feelings for her. Day and night he is haunted by Catherine's vision; he sees her in every object around him, but especially in Cathy and Hareton. To Heathcliff, Hareton is a constant reminder of his own lost youth - his wild attempts to win Catherine for himself, his personal degradation, his pride, and his anguish. Hareton's love for the younger Cathy reflects Heathcliff's immortal love for the elder Catherine. Tired of his own anger and sense of vengeance, Heathcliff now longs for death so he can be united with the woman he has always loved. Since he lost Catherine to Edgar, Heathcliff feels he is a failure. He explains that his entire world is "a dreadful collection of memoranda that she did exist, and that I lost her." He is so melancholic over the loss that he even loses his will to have his revenge on the children of his old enemies. Heathcliff says to Nelly, "I have lost the facility of enjoying their destruction, and I am too ideal to destroy for nothing.’

In the final chapter of the novel, the description of Heathcliff's death brings the story of Wuthering Heights to a natural close. The mood is a sense of the supernatural and impending death, the entire chapter is strange and somber which highlights the supernatural theme of the novel. In the beginning of the chapter, Nelly's reaction to the strange glitter in Heathcliff's eyes contributes to the mysterious atmosphere. Nelly notices Heathcliff's smile and ghastly paleness…as if he were a goblin. She asks herself whether Heathcliff is "a ghoul or a vampire." Other things in the chapter heighten the sense of mystery. When Nelly finds Heathcliff dead in his room, his eyes are open and his lips are parted. It is a ghostly pose that adds to the supernatural atmosphere. At the end of the chapter, Nelly tells the country folk story of seeing the spirits of Catherine and Heathcliff wandering on the moors. The book ends with a hauntingly beautiful description of Lockwood's visit to the graves of Heathcliff and Catherine. Heathcliff's death, the ghostly appearance of his face when Nelly finds him, and Hareton's genuine sorrow are vividly and effectively presented in this final chapter. In sharp contrast to the gloominess of the death scene, Nelly announces that Hareton and Cathy are to be married on New Year's Day, which takes an optimistic outlook on the future of the living characters. I think this is the first optimistic news in the entire somber novel. There is also something positive in the fact that Heathcliff is now with Catherine, eternally united in death. Heathcliff's love, which could not be fulfilled in life, has finally been fulfilled, for he is now free to walk forever with his true love on the moors of Wuthering Heights.