A HIGH WIND IN JAMAICA
by Richard Hughes
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- Hardcover
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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
- Rare Book Cellar (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 132950
- Title
- A HIGH WIND IN JAMAICA
- Author
- Richard Hughes
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Edition
- 1st Thus; First Printing
- Publisher
- Chatto & Windus
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1975
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