Pearls, Arms And Hashish: Pages From The Life Of A Red Sea Navigator - Softcover

De Monfreid, Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1163158739 ISBN 13: 9781163158739

Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Inhaltsangabe

""Pearls, Arms And Hashish: Pages From The Life Of A Red Sea Navigator"" is a memoir written by Henry de Monfreid, a French adventurer and smuggler who lived in the early 1900s. The book chronicles de Monfreid's experiences as a sailor and trader in the Red Sea region, where he became involved in the illegal trade of pearls, arms, and hashish. De Monfreid's life was full of danger and excitement, as he navigated treacherous waters and dealt with ruthless smugglers and pirates. He also had a fascination with the local cultures and customs of the region, and spent time living among Bedouin tribes and exploring ancient ruins. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of de Monfreid's adventures, from his early days as a young sailor to his later years as a successful smuggler and businessman. It also offers insights into the political and social climate of the region during this time, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by those who made their living on the sea. Overall, ""Pearls, Arms And Hashish"" is a fascinating and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on a little-known period of history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in adventure, exploration, and the sea.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1163158739
• ISBN 13: 9781163158739
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 412
• Herausgeber: Treat Ida
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