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A High Wind in Jamaica (Penguin Modern Classics) [Paperback] [Paperback]

A High Wind in Jamaica (Penguin Modern Classics) [Paperback] [Paperback] Paperback - 1971

by Hughes, Richard


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Richard Hughes’ A High Wind in Jamaica is the first of only three novels the author published in his lifetime. The novel tells the story of an English family, the Bas-Thorntons, living in late 19th century colonial Jamaica. When the “high wind” of a hurricane hits the island, Mr. and Mrs. Bas-Thornton decide to send their five children back to England ahead of their own return. From there, adventure ensues.

In following the experiences of the children almost exclusively, Hughes takes a highly original approach into the relationship of power between adults and children. Because of this, A High Wind in Jamaica has been referred to as one of the best book for adults about children. It is also ranked 71st on Modern Library’s “100 Best” English-language novels of the 20th century.

First Edition Identification

Chatto and Windus first published A High Wind in Jamaica in late 1929. Bound in green cloth, the 283-page first editions contain no additional printings listed on the copyright page.

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  • Title A High Wind in Jamaica (Penguin Modern Classics) [Paperback] [Paperback]
  • Author Hughes, Richard
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Pages 192
  • Publisher Penguin Books Ltd, Harmondsworth, Middlesex
  • Date 1971
  • ISBN 9780140006940
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