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A High Wind in Jamaica
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A High Wind in Jamaica Paperback - 1976

by Hughes, Richard


About this book

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.

Details

  • Title A High Wind in Jamaica
  • Author Hughes, Richard
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Publisher Panther /Grafton, St Albans
  • Date 1976
  • ISBN 9780586044254
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A High Wind in Jamaica
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A High Wind in Jamaica

by Hughes, Richard

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A High Wind in Jamaica
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A High Wind in Jamaica

by Hughes, Richard

  • Used
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780586044254 / 0586044256
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Dunfermline, Fife, United Kingdom
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$8.94
NZ$17.02 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Triad Press. Used - Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Item Price
NZ$8.94
NZ$17.02 shipping to USA