# Sam — A High Wind in Jamaica character guide

> Sam in A High Wind in Jamaica by Richard Hughes.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Sam, Old Sam

**First appearance:** 0004-iv

## Who they are

A servant or crew member.

## In the story

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_high_wind_in_jamaica_se/chapters/iv)

Lame-foot Sam steals Mr. Thornton's handkerchief, is struck by lightning, and dies; his body is carried inside.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_high_wind_in_jamaica_se/chapters/ii)

Recalled by Emily for telling Anansi stories and duppy tales in Jamaica.

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