What universal themes does this book address? What does the author understand about human nature? I think Wuthering Heights addresses the universal themes of violence and love. An example of the theme violence would be when Heathcliff was first introduced into the family. Mrs. Dean said, "'He seemed a sullen, patient child; hardened, perhaps, to ill-treatment: he would stand Hindley's blows without winkings or shedding a tear, and my pinches moved him only to draw in breath and open his eyes, as if he had hurt himself by accident, and nobody was to blame,'" (pg:38 p:3). An example of love is when Catherine discovered her father's death. "'I shall bid father goodnight first,' said Catherine, putting her arms round his neck before we could hinder her. The poor thing discovered her loss directly-she screamed out-'Oh, he's dead Heathcliff! he's dead!' And they both set up a heart-breaking cry.'" (pg:44 p:2). I think Emily understands about human nature that violence and love, in a way, sort of fit like puzzle pieces. Love can lead to violence in a break-up when someone is not over their partner, as well as, when someone fights for a girl, it can lead to love. Sometimes we don't understand it, but that is how it goes.
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