Ann Radcliff said back in 1776 : When one can hear people moving, one does not so much mind, about one's fears! I dont think he's joking. He's just scared. And lets give him proof ( science vs fashion :). Check this out, it deserves your attention- we (bloggers) are the biggiest shift since industrial revolution: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFZ0z5FmNg&feature=player_embedded i'll send him a copy of the book for the anniversary of the french revolution.