About this ebook
'Men of Sorrows' is a novel based on the true adventures of the Hawkhurst Gang of smugglers - the largest and most successful smuggling gang of their time. Arthur and William Gray are brought up in poverty until Arthur chances upon a smuggling gang and finds his future with them. Beth Stone also joins them - beautiful, high-born Beth whom Arthur has loved all his life. But his brother Will also loves her.
This story of love, comradeship, betrayal and treachery takes place amid the sweeping, eerie beauty of the mysterious Romney Marsh.
About the author
Mary-Elizabeth Thomas lives on the edge of Romney Marsh and has always been fascinated by the accounts of the activities of the Hawkhurst Gang of smugglers who carried on their business in the first half of the eighteenth century. She spent several years researching the factual evidence which is the basis of her first novel. Her previous publications include articles, short storiesand poems, and many papers in connection with her former profession. Retired early from running a therapy department in the NHS, she now devotes her time to writing, entertaining friends and exploring the villages, churches and pubs dotted over the Marsh, many of which are mentioned in 'Men of Sorrows'.
