Male Bond-ing

I have finally read my first James Bond novel (not Ian Fleming). It’s the latest one by Sebastian Faulks.
I am a diehard Bonds-man. Not so much for the contribution 007 made to humanity, filmdom or literature.
I love the ethos. Simplicity of plot, directness of attack, predictability of outcome, but above all, the indulgence.
The incessant smoking and drinking, the attention to food and clothes. And the joy of women.
Our lives are too politically correct today. Which is why we increasingly lack soul. A modern Bond would be a non-smoking, bisexual, vegan. Watch out Daniel Craig.