Log #6

Book chosen: Wuthering Heights

Pages read: 82-168

 Hindley’s wife gave birth to their son Hareton but died from Dystocia. Hindley was so depressed that he spent all of his time drinking. Cathy decided to be with Edgar because he was wealthy and because she thought it could also save Heathcliff out from her brother. However, by doing so, Heathcliff felt humiliated and determined to leave.

        Three years after, hearing that Cathy was getting married with Edgar, Heathcliff returned as a wealthy man. He gained a lot of confidence and he was ready to revenge. He would mock the old servant, pick up with Edgar and blame Cathy for leaving him three years ago. He gambled with Hindley and won all of his property. He also seduced Edgar’s sister, Isabella, and successfully made her marry him.

        Heathcliff thought he ought to be happy after all the revenges, but when Cathy died of delivering her daughter, Catherine, he realized he was not happy at all. In fact, he felt more alone than ever.

        I was very upset while I was reading the part I was supposed to read this time. At first I doubt Cathy’s love to Heathcliff but then I realized she had no choice at all. Back in the time, women had no power and they could not be independent, so the only thing they could do was to marry a wealthy man and pray for a peaceful life. Sadly, Heathcliff was blinded by hatred. I really did feel bad for him. He must have been so desperate for love that he tried to do anything to get attention. But the book also taught us that revenge would not bring you happiness. The only way you could finally be happy and stop being tangled by the past is to let go and move on.