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A first science fiction novel
Which of his books does Alastair recommend young people should read first
  1. A first science fiction novel
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    A first science fiction novel
  2. Book Introduction
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    Book Introduction
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    Reading from The Boxer
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    It Does Matter
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    Taking Up Boxing
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    Box Yourself
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  10. Reading from The Boxer - Part 2
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    Reading from The Boxer - Part 2
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    Question and Answer - Part 1
  12. Question and Answer - Part 2
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    Question and Answer - Part 2
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    The right words in the right order
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    The story rollercoaster
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