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Illegal arms transfers -- Fiction Books
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Joseph Conrad
The Arrow of Gold: A Story Between Two Notes
"The Arrow of Gold: A Story Between Two Notes" by Joseph Conrad is a novel published in 1919. Set in 1870s Marseille during the Third Carlist War, it follows an unnamed narrator caught in a love triangle with the enigmatic Doña Rita and Confederate veteran Captain Blunt. The three become entangled in dangerous arms-smuggling operations supporting Spanish royalist forces. Based on real historical figures and events, Conrad weaves romance and political intrigue into a tale of passion, loyalty, and adventure along the Mediterranean coast.
T. T. (Thomas Tendron) Jeans
Gunboat and Gun-runner: A Tale of the Persian Gulf
"Gunboat and Gun-runner: A Tale of the Persian Gulf" by T. T. Jeans is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Lieutenant Paul Reginald Martin, who is eager for adventure and is appointed to command the armed launch "Bunder Abbas" in the Persian Gulf, where he will confront the dangerous world of gun-running and serve under challenging conditions against unruly tribal factions. The opening of the narrative introduces Lieutenant Martin, who longs for a change from his monotonous service in the British fleet. His fortunes change when he learns of a vacancy aboard the "Bunder Abbas", tasked with patrolling the Persian Gulf to tackle illegal arms trade involving rifles supplied to the fierce tribes across the water. As he prepares for his new appointment, he meets intriguing characters, including the superstitious gunner, Mr. Scarlett, who carries a curse in the form of an unusual cobra bracelet and harbors a haunted past. The opening sets the stage for a thrilling adventure filled with naval patrols, cultural complexities, and the dangers of life in the Gulf region, offering readers a glance into a world of maritime intrigue and action.
Ralph Williams
The Gun Runners
"The Gun Runners" by Ralph Williams is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story explores themes of time travel, technology, and survival, revolving around characters from a dystopian future who venture back to the mid-20th century to procure weapons through illicit means. Their plan is complicated by unforeseen dangers and the impact of their technological endeavors on reality. The narrative follows George Dolan, a technician who is approached by mysterious visitors, including the alluring Moirta, to repair a complex time translator. As George becomes embroiled in their dangerous scheme, he discovers that the gun runners are not merely criminals but are entangled in a larger conflict involving time displacement consequences. Through clever manipulation and technical ingenuity, Dolan seeks to turn the tables on his captors while grappling with a growing affection for Moirta. However, the story culminates in a poignant reflection on the nature of existence and loss, ultimately challenging the notion of agency against a backdrop of predetermined fates and technological hubris.
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