Is Heathcliff tragic figure ?

[Rupal]

Dear everyone,
Help me to find the answer of question
Do you agree that Heathcliff is a tragic figure who evokes sympathy? Give reasons in support of your answer.
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Jasvinder

[azamhisham]

Dear everyone,
Help me to find the answer of question
Do you agree that Heathcliff is a tragic figure who evokes sympathy? Give reasons in support of your answer.
Waiting for reply
Jasvinder

you should refer to heathcliff's past and a victim of social class consciousness.

[lhammacher]

I think he is very tragic, he had such a harsh childhood. He was treated worse than animals and betrayed by Cathy. He only had a few joyous moments during his lifetime.

[janesmith]

He epitomises the brooding, sensual and cruel 'Byronic' hero. If he's not a tragic hero then I don't know who is.