Sun, Sand and Somals Leaves from the note-book of a District Commissioner in British Somaliland

"Sun, Sand and Somals" by Henry A. Rayne is a memoir about the author's time as a District Commissioner in British Somaliland during the early 1900s. It presents a picture of Somali culture and the problems associated with colonial administration. The book begins by setting the scene in Zeila, a coastal port, before moving on to a discussion of Somali tribal customs and their relationships with British authorities. Rayne shares his observations of the difficulties of local governance, the subtleties of Somali culture, and the role of the British in keeping order during times of tribal disputes and social changes, giving readers a peek into a little-known region and the interaction between colonial power and native life.