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Title: Out In the Army: My Life as A Gay Soldier
Author: James Wharton
Plot Outline: James Wharton's autobiography, "Out in the Army," details his ten-year career as an openly gay soldier in the British Army, spanning from 2003 to 2013. The book covers his personal journey of coming to terms with his sexuality within a sometimes-hostile environment, alongside his experiences serving in Southern Iraq, with Prince Harry in Canada, assisting at the 7/7 bombings, and at the Royal Wedding. It highlights his role in helping the army address institutionalized homophobia and make life easier for gay service members.
Awards and Reviews: The book received critical acclaim. Paul Gambaccini described it as "the most moving book I have read," and Stephen Fry called it "a wonderful, stirring and thrilling read." Publisher Ian Dale listed it among the top 25 books published by Politico's & Biteback.
Genre: Biography, Autobiography, Memoir, LGBT, Nonfiction.
Book Type: Hard Back
Year First Published: 2013
Retail Price: R450 (excluding shipping, book is not available in SA)