Theos-Talk Archives (June 1997 Message tl00198)

In a message dated 97-06-10 23:07:42 EDT, you write:

>I saw a biography of Sir Richard Burton on cable.  It was very interesting.

>There seems to be a lot of evidence for some hoaxes to attract attention.
>He is most noted for bringing the KAMA SUTRA to the west.  I sure many were
>shocked.   I don't think it is a very practical book, but is an attempt for
>spiritual yoga using the sex act more as metaphor.
>
>

Actually, the Kama Sutra is a very practical book if you happen to be a
contortionist who has practiced Hatha Yoga all your life.  Me, my back would
go out in five seconds or I'd end up on crutches like poor Bill Clinton (fell
down the stairs, yeah right!).

Chuck the Heretic