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blackriverrosi
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Heathcliff Runs away to make his fortune
Oct 9 2009, 5:19 PM EDT | Post edited: Oct 9 2009, 5:19 PM EDT
How did he make his fortune and improve himself. This is my "maybe" possibility. He thundered off down the road to Liverpool on the master's best horse, and coming upon a highway robbery in process, he instantly jumps and kills the murderous bandit, injuring himself. The wealthy gentleman, with his young family, is so grateful, he takes Heathcliff home, sets him up with clothing, teaching, and other attentions. Heathcliff, under the wealthy gents direction, makes some lucrative voyages to America, possibly in the " SlaveTrade" or running guns to America during the War of Independance. Heathcliff would be on the loose, by my calculations, about 1781-1784, good timing for both of these business deals.

Then, Heathcliff returns to Cathy, a full grown hero.

Note. Mr Lockwood arrives in 1801 when Heathcliff is about 40. Heathcliff runs away when he is about 20. Do you find this valuable?    

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