I am very old-fashioned in many respects, but at the same time forward-looking and open-minded. I have an irreverent, absurdist sense of humour and enjoy socialising with like-minded people. I am a massive bookworm and have over 1,000 books in my library - to say I like reading is an understatement. I also get pleasure from writing - when I get the chance! Film & TV are also a pleasure. I am a fan of all things vintage (say from 1875-1950, but particularly the '20s and '30s), including steam/dieselpunk, retro-futurism, cars, aeroplanes, trains, fashion, jazz, film and culture of the era.