How does Avimelekh repay his gambling debts in the novel, The Way Back?

Avimelekh raises money to pay his gambling debts by abducting and selling boys into the military.

In The Way Back by Gavriel Savit, Avimelekh finds himself in debt after gambling, which leads him to take drastic and dangerous actions to repay it. He uses his wit and bravery, facing mystical and supernatural forces along the way. His journey is not just about the money but also about survival and self-discovery as he ventures into unfamiliar, often perilous territory.