"In this country, the women are beautiful, and they do not wear veils. They are skilled in spinning and weaving."

"In India, I met a yogi who stood on one leg for twelve years. When I asked why, he said it was to get closer to God. I think he was just mad."

"The Chinese are skilled in crafts, but they are not a people of religion."

"I saw a bird that was as large as a camel, and it had a long neck."

"I saw a man in this city who had a pet monkey that was trained to steal things from people's pockets. It was quite amusing to watch."