Ellen Dean

Ellen Dean
Also known as
Nelly Dean, Mrs. Dean, Ellen, Nelly
Appearances
30 chapters
Relationships
4
Contents
  1. Profile
  2. Character Arc
  3. Relationships
  4. Appearances

The primary narrator of the story, serving as housekeeper to both families. She provides a practical, moral perspective on the events, though she sometimes enables the drama through her actions. She represents common sense and conventional morality.

Profile

Physical: Described as having ruddy countenance, stout build, strong constitution. Nearly 45 years old during the main narrative.

Personality: Practical, observant, loyal, sometimes manipulative, protective of the children she helps raise, morally conventional but capable of bending rules for those she loves.

Background: Grew up at Wuthering Heights where her mother was nurse to Hindley. Serves both households throughout her life, witnessing all the major events of the story.

Character Arc

Serves as the moral center and witness to the entire saga. Her narration provides structure and perspective to the wild passions of the main characters.

Relationships

Appearances

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