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Pride: The Story of the First Openly Gay Navy Seal Paperback – September 5, 2014

by Brett Jones (Author)

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This story is a brilliantly strategic, empathetically driven, and timely account of the life of Brett Jones, the first openly gay Navy SEAL.
He is reverent to conservative values as a homosexual navigating the changes of current social instability in America. He effectively grabs the attention of a readership spanning a broad spectrum of political and social perspectives, and demands the revaluation of mainstream American norms regarding the acceptance and placement of homosexuals in society, work, and national narratives.
The pages bring you face to face with the author, through unbelievable emotional and physical investments on his road to military inclusion.
The honesty and deeply felt comradery paired with his humanistic love and understanding for an organization that threatened to abandon and discredit him will win hearts.
Brett Jones's book comes at a perfect time in our history. His story serves as a missing link that helps bridge the ever-growing popularity of gay marriage and traditional values.

About the author:
Born into a military family, Brett Jones spent his early life travelling around the world, living in the shadows of the Iron Curtain, the Korean Demilitarized Zone, and the Pyramids of Egypt.
He defied great odds to fulfill his dream of becoming a Navy SEAL, and served for almost a decade in the Navy. He served in two harrowing six-month deployments with SEAL Team 8, later becoming a plank owner of SEAL Team 10.
Brett received numerous awards and commendations during his Navy tenure, but was forced out of the closet, becoming the first openly gay Navy SEAL on active duty. After his honorable discharge in 2003, he continued his fight in the war against terror as a security contractor.
Brett currently resides in northern Alabama with his husband, former police sergeant Jason White, and their son. Together they founded and operate Riley Security, which continually raises the bar on private security in Alabama through its groundbreaking training program, exceptional hiring processes, and tireless dedication to their customers.

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Product Details

Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing (September 5, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1457531070
ISBN-13: 978-1457531071
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #59,673 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #45 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Specific Groups > LGBT

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Pride.

By S. on September 26, 2014

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Pride is a book that makes you think, and appreciate the journey and struggle that Brett endured in seeking acceptance. It's a quick read, and offers a rare glimpse into the training and acumen of the Navy Seal program. A definite must read!

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Genuine and real

By Aaron on October 8, 2014

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Pride was a quick and enjoyable read. It's an honest and up front telling of one man's journey to get to where he wanted to be in life. The obstacles he had to overcome and the pain he endured along the way. It also gives a very uncommon look into what happens, and what someone goes through, if they quit or drop during BUD/S training. It's a book that will inspire and make you think about some of your own life choices. Definitely worth reading!

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Amazing Story, Told With Sincerity

By Annette on October 7, 2014

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I could hardly put this book down once I started it. Brett' s story is incredible and he tells it with such honesty. I taught this young man his senior year and I admire the man he has become. His words are compelling and the obstacles he faces would bring even the strongest man to his knees, but Brett never gave up. His drive, perseverance, and commitment are inspiring. Well done Brett!

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He does a good job of describing the possible consequence of being gay ...

By Charles on October 6, 2014

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This was an enjoyable book to read. Brett Jones was very open about his childhood and early life and his successes and failures in the military. He does a good job of describing the possible consequence of being gay in the military and his experience of having to deal with being outed while in the Navy Seals. This book is worth reading and his relevant to today's political environment.

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Excellent! Great inspiring stories, couldn't put it down!

By MBPhd on October 8, 2014

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Excellent! The experiences and struggles that Brett went though and the lessons he learned from them fall nothing short of inspiring. Short read and totally worth it!

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