Sanity my friend, I read Baldwin's "Another Country" many years ago, and recognise the point you make. Don't be intimidated by the people here who try to clip your wings, these forums should be a vehicle for flight, not a pair of gumboots to allow us to wallow in the mud.

I remember the sense of anger which pervaded James Baldwins writing, not anger at society for being unable to understand his situation, but anger at himself for being "hooked" into the degradation which often accompanies the homosexual lifestyle.

Baldwin was no victim.....like we see today, with their assorted "rights activists" and strident parades. He would be disgusted to see his "addiction" become a cause celebre.

I was impossible to enjoy Baldwins work......much too disturbing, but with a ring of truth that many here would benefit from hearing!

Perhaps not, leave them in their cosy little "liberal" Disneyland!!