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I experienced this myself riding in the front seat without a seat belt.
Back then kids would be flung to the back seat without any protective means. If you were an infant, you might have gotten a ride on mom's lap. We're not sure which is worse.
The Wisdom Segment
IIn 1801 England the homeland and time of Emily Bront the Industrial Revolution was brewing, as reflected in Emily's Wuthering Heights (published in 1847). One of the key plot points reflecting this change was the fact that Heathcliff was able to acquire wealth even though he was not born wealthy.
IIThe setting of Wuthering Heights may have been inspired by a real farmhouse named Top Withens. Though Top Withens is currently in ruins, it was still a working farmhouse during Emily's time. It is located near Haworth Parsonage a remote, windswept hill that has a view of the valley below.
IIIDuring Emilys time, there was still a great deal of prejudice against women. It was believed that women should stay at home and tend to household chores. Many believe this to be the reason why Emily and Charlotte adopted a male pseudonym when they published their books to prevent their work from being judged by their femininity rather than its merit.
IVWhen Emily was writing her book, her brother Branwell made a visit to Liverpool where he saw many people living in poverty on the streets. When Branwell got back from his visit, he told Emily tales about those poor people; this may have also served as inspiration for Heathcliffs character.
VIn Emilys hometown, social standing and ownership of property went hand-in-hand. This is another aspect reflected in her book. In one instance, Heathcliff and Catherine are caught spying on the Lintons. When they are caught, only Catherine is welcomed in. Heathcliff is sent home after being deemed ''quite unfit for a decent house'' a judgment based on his social standing.
VIDuring her time and by people's standards, Emily's book was considered a failure. It wasn't until after her death that it caught the attention of the masses, which led to the discovery of what would've been a second book. However, it was never published as it was speculated that a family member burned all of Emily's work after her death.
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