I've treasured Fraser's books since I read his non-fiction "Quartered Safe Out here" memoir of his service in the British 14th Army fighting the Japanese, first as an enlisted man, then as an officer. Since then, I've been working through his "Flashman" series, about one of the greatest cads who ever lived.
This book is not a factual history of his service as an officer, as he acknowledges some of what he relates is based on his experiences, as well as the experiences of others.
I found it always amusing and sometimes laughing out loud funny. A few times I even snorted at something he related, once to my despair as I was drinking something liquid at the time.
However, I don't think this book will appeal to everyone. To enjoy it you need to meet two conditions.
1. You need to understand and appreciate British humor.
2. You needed to have served some time in the military yourself.
But I think Condition 2 is more important than Condition 1.
This book is not a factual history of his service as an officer, as he acknowledges some of what he relates is based on his experiences, as well as the experiences of others.
I found it always amusing and sometimes laughing out loud funny. A few times I even snorted at something he related, once to my despair as I was drinking something liquid at the time.
However, I don't think this book will appeal to everyone. To enjoy it you need to meet two conditions.
1. You need to understand and appreciate British humor.
2. You needed to have served some time in the military yourself.
But I think Condition 2 is more important than Condition 1.
