"his basilisk eyes were nearly quenched by sleeplessness and weeping" -pg. 155
This quote is describing Heathcliff and his misery. Heathcliff, a very complex character, can be hated and sympathized by readers. Personally, I really hate him. However, this quote and his experiences bring on a sympathy towards him. He has gone through discrimination and loss of the only person who didn't look down on him. However, based on his actions, he is characterized as evil. He tries to harm Earnshaw and Isabella many times, and is very hateful towards everyone after Catherine's death. Moments of sympathy cannot bring me to like him as a character.
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