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The Compleat Smuggler: A Book About Smuggling In England, America And Elsewhere Past And Present

The Compleat Smuggler: A Book About Smuggling In England, America And Elsewhere Past And Present

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Biographies GeneralLetters & EssaysBritish History

ISBN10: 1432555537
ISBN13: 9781432555535
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Compleat Smuggler by Farjeon and Jefferson is a comprehensive book that explores the fascinating world of smuggling in England, America, and other parts of the world, both past and present. The book provides a detailed history of smuggling, including its origins, the methods used by smugglers, and the various goods that were smuggled, such as tea, tobacco, and alcohol.The authors also delve into the social and economic factors that led to the rise of smuggling, including high taxes and trade restrictions. They examine the different types of smugglers, from the daring and romanticized figures of fiction to the more ruthless and violent criminals who engaged in the trade.In addition to its historical content, The Compleat Smuggler also explores the modern-day world of smuggling, including the illegal trade in drugs, weapons, and other contraband. The authors examine the methods used by modern-day smugglers, including the use of technology and the dark web, and the ways in which law enforcement agencies are working to combat this illegal trade.Overall, The Compleat Smuggler is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the world of smuggling, both past and present. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, crime, or the workings of the black market.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.

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