Stoned and Stupid

Shaking Off The Lotus

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January 14th 2004
That is the last time I allow shore leave when we stop to take on fresh water. The inhabitants of that abominable island do nothing all day but eat the flower of the lotus. Despite their near-comatose condition, they somehow found the wherewithal to tempt my men into trying their infernal weed. I've never seen so many grown men crying and wailing, like children cut-off from the teat too soon. A ... read more

Africa » Tunisia » Gabes

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Following independence from France in 1956, President Habib BOURGUIBA established a strict one-party state. He dominated the country for 31 years, repressing Islamic fundamentalism and establishing rights for women unmatched by any other Arab nation.... ... read more