About This Quote
This quote is a reminder of the importance of family. The words spoken by Shakespeare in this quote are so powerful because they show that family is more than just a name or a title. Of course, family ties can be broken for any reason. In this case, Shakespeare’s sister disowned him when she decided to marry his enemy. It was a decision that divided two families and left one family with nothing.
Source: Wuthering Heights
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