The Life of a Smuggler

Perfect for maritime historians and fans of Poldark, a look at the true history behind the legends built around smugglers.

"Brandy for the parson, baccy for the clerk . . ."

We have an image, mostly from movies and novels, of a tall ship riding gently at anchor in a moonlit, secluded bay with the "Gentleman" cheerfully hauling kegs of brandy and tobacco ashore, then disappearing silently into the night shadows to hide their contraband from the excise men in a dark cave or a secret cell...