A High Wind in Jamaica, Or, the Innocent Voyage Tapa dura - 1972

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.

Detalles

• Título A High Wind in Jamaica, Or, the Innocent Voyage
• Autor Richard Hughes
• Encuadernación Tapa dura
• Volúmenes 1
• Idioma ENG
• Editorial Amereon Limited
• Fecha de publicación June 1972
• ISBN 9780884111283 / 0884111288
• Peso 0.94 libras (0.43 kg)
• Dimensiones 8.85 x 5.8 x 0.76 pulgadas (22.48 x 14.73 x 1.93 cm)
• Library of Congress subjects Sea stories, Pirates
• Dewey Decimal Code FIC