How did Heathcliff earn his fortune?

Heathcliff earned his fortune by unknown means (but there is a possibility he was a slave trader).

Explanation:

Heathcliff is one of the main characters in Emily Bronte's novel "Wuthering Heights". Throughout the novel, Heathcliff is portrayed as a complex and enigmatic character. Born an orphan, he is adopted by Catherine Earnshaw's father and brought to live at Wuthering Heights, but he is never accepted by Catherine's brother Hindley. His life at the estate is marked by violence and abuse, leading him to leave and travel abroad, where he amazes everyone by returning wealthy and refined. So, how did Heathcliff earn his fortune? This is not described clearly, but probably he worked as a slave trader.

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