A HIGH WIND IN JAMAICA
by Hughes, Richard
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- See description
- ISBN 10
- 0701119462
- ISBN 13
- 9780701119461
- Seller
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Yaxley, Suffolk, United Kingdom
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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
- Thomas Rare Books (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- Q458
- Title
- A HIGH WIND IN JAMAICA
- Author
- Hughes, Richard
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Jacket Condition
- No Jacket
- Edition
- 1st edition
- ISBN 10
- 0701119462
- ISBN 13
- 9780701119461
- Publisher
- Chatto & Windus
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1973
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾" - 9&f
- Bookseller catalogs
- Modern First;
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