Catherine Earnshaw

Catherine Earnshaw is a central character from Emily Brontë's novel "Wuthering Heights," published in 1847. She is a strong-willed and passionate woman torn between her love for Heathcliff, her childhood companion, and her desire for social status, symbolized by her marriage to Edgar Linton. Catherine's inner conflict drives much of the novel's plot, illustrating themes of love, revenge, and social constraints. Her spirit and complexity make her a compelling figure, representing the struggle between societal expectations and personal desire. Her choices have lasting consequences, impacting the lives of those around her.