Smugglers' Britain
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: No markings
This historical account, Smugglers' Britain, chronicles the clandestine world of illicit trade across the British Isles. G. Bernard Wood uncovers the daring exploits and ingenious methods employed by smugglers, detailing their impact on local economies and communities. The narrative presents a vivid picture of a bygone era, illustrating the constant cat-and-mouse game between law enforcement and those who sought to evade customs duties. Readers will find a compelling and informative look into a significant, often romanticized, aspect of British history.
Author: G. Bernard Wood
Format: Hardback
Published: 1966, CASSELL LONDON
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: No markings
This historical account, Smugglers' Britain, chronicles the clandestine world of illicit trade across the British Isles. G. Bernard Wood uncovers the daring exploits and ingenious methods employed by smugglers, detailing their impact on local economies and communities. The narrative presents a vivid picture of a bygone era, illustrating the constant cat-and-mouse game between law enforcement and those who sought to evade customs duties. Readers will find a compelling and informative look into a significant, often romanticized, aspect of British history.