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A first science fiction novel
Which of his books does Alastair recommend young people should read first
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    A first science fiction novel
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    Enthusiasm for Scots and Gaelic
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    Why is it important to learn Scots and Gaelic?
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    Reading The Gruffalo in Scots
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    Reading The Gruffalo in Gaelic
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    Translating into Gaelic
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    Favourite Scots Words
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    The World of the Crossing
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    Introducing Wain
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    Favourite book
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