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A High Wind in Jamaica

by HUGHES, RICHARD

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chatto & windus london 1929. first edition 283pp VG+ cloth bound with top edge stained green (minor discoloration to boards with sl sunned spine, owners inscription on ffep, v sl browning to ep's with faint foxing to half title) lacks d/w

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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.

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Title
A High Wind in Jamaica
Author
HUGHES, RICHARD
Book Condition
Used
Binding
Hardcover
Publisher
chatto & windus london 1929
Keywords
modern first edition

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