A230B Wuthering Heights

This is a recording of a class session on Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. The lecture focuses on the concept of the “other” in the novel, particularly how it manifests in the character of Heathcliff and relates to themes of gender, class, and race. Dr. Sameh discusses the novel’s unconventional genre, its connection to Romanticism, and how various critics have interpreted its message. He emphasizes the idea of “The Uncanny,” a key element in the novel, and how it disrupts traditional notions of home and family. Finally, the lecture explores how different readings of Wuthering Heights have evolved over time, emphasizing the novel’s complexity and potential for multiple interpretations.

Highlights
🌪️ The lecture explores how Wuthering Heights utilizes “The Uncanny,” a sense of strangeness and unfamiliarity, to challenge Victorian notions of family and societal norms.
📖 The lecture emphasizes the novel’s unconventional genre, blurring lines between realism, romance, and the gothic.
🎭 The character of Heathcliff is analyzed as a representation of the “other,” challenging societal expectations through his marginalized background, violent nature, and potential for rebellion.
📚 The lecturer highlights the novel’s connection to Romanticism, particularly in its exploration of nature, the beauty of the wild, and the impact of childhood experiences.
👩‍🏫 The lecture showcases the evolution of Wuthering Heights interpretation, showcasing how feminist critics have re-evaluated the novel’s gender dynamics, highlighting Catherine’s agency and challenging traditional interpretations of the “fallen woman” trope.