Publisher's Synopsis
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 Red Sea region in the early 20th century. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes from his life, including his experiences as a pearl diver, arms dealer, and hashish smuggler. De Monfreid's adventures take him to various places in the Red Sea region, including Djibouti, Yemen, and Eritrea, where he encounters a variety of characters, from Bedouin tribesmen to European colonial officials. He describes his encounters with dangerous sea creatures, treacherous weather conditions, and rival smugglers, as well as his romantic liaisons with local women.Throughout the book, de Monfreid reflects on the challenges and rewards of a life lived on the edge of society, where danger and excitement are constant companions. He also provides insights into the political and economic realities of the region, including the role of European colonial powers and the impact of World War I.Overall, Pearls, Arms and Hashish is a gripping and entertaining account of a life lived on the margins of society, full of adventure, danger, and intrigue.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.
