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A High Wind in Jamaica.

by HUGHES, Richard

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About This Item

London:: Chatto & Windus,, 1929.. First edition.. publisher's green cloth in dust jacket.. Slightly cocked, with a few very slight bumps to the cloth; tight and sound in a jacket with a tanned spine and some overall light dust-soiling.. Small 8vo,.

Synopsis

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.

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Bookseller
Jeffrey H. Marks Rare Books US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
53165
Title
A High Wind in Jamaica.
Author
HUGHES, Richard
Format/Binding
Publisher's green cloth in dust jacket.
Book Condition
Used - Slightly cocked, with a few very slight bumps to the cloth; tight and sound in a jacket with a tanned spine and some overall lig
Edition
First edition.
Binding
Hardcover
Publisher
Chatto & Windus,
Place of Publication
London:
Date Published
1929.
Pages
284 pp.
Size
Small 8vo,

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