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First published in 1997, it would be hard to find a publisher today for a white, male expatriate writing about the realities of life in a Jamaican hamlet.

To make matters worse, Guy Kennaway wrote One People in the local patois. But this comic novel – sparkling with irreverent wit– is cherished in Jamaica where it is recognised for its 'humour and humanity' and as a mirror which reflects the essence of the island, where 'culture is something that comes from the ground up and good times do not require a whole heap o' money.' Guy Kennaway's novel about Jamaican life and culture is set in the fictional village of Angel Beach. It is an affectionate and hilarious description of a small community where everyone knows everyone's business, poverty is a way of life, and dreams of escape trickle through fingers.

‘If you’ve ever seen the universe in an ear of corn, you should read One People, and if you haven’t, don’t worry, you will.’ – Damian Hirst

‘Lyrical, poignant and downright funny...’ – The Herald and Tribune, Jamaica

One People

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      Publisher Eland Publishing Ltd
      Published 25 March 2022
      ISBN-13 9781780601960
      978-1780601960
      ISBN-10 1780601964
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      Travel & Transport Classic travel writing

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      First published in 1997, it would be hard to find a publisher today for a white, male expatriate writing about the realities of life in a Jamaican hamlet.

      To make matters worse, Guy Kennaway wrote One People in the local patois. But this comic novel – sparkling with irreverent wit– is cherished in Jamaica where it is recognised for its 'humour and humanity' and as a mirror which reflects the essence of the island, where 'culture is something that comes from the ground up and good times do not require a whole heap o' money.' Guy Kennaway's novel about Jamaican life and culture is set in the fictional village of Angel Beach. It is an affectionate and hilarious description of a small community where everyone knows everyone's business, poverty is a way of life, and dreams of escape trickle through fingers.

      ‘If you’ve ever seen the universe in an ear of corn, you should read One People, and if you haven’t, don’t worry, you will.’ – Damian Hirst

      ‘Lyrical, poignant and downright funny...’ – The Herald and Tribune, Jamaica

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