A High Wind in Jamaica
by Hughes, Richard
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Green cloth. Fine
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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
- The Old Mill Bookshop (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 60908
- Title
- A High Wind in Jamaica
- Author
- Hughes, Richard
- Format/Binding
- 1 vols. 8vo
- Book Condition
- Used - Green cloth. Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Chatto & Windus
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1929
- Keywords
- British | Richard Hughes
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