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How many copies of Alasdair’s poetry collection “The Resurrection of the Old Scottish Language" are known to survive today?

  • Twelve

  • Ten

  • Twenty

  • Eight

Answer

Of Alasdair Mac Mhaighstir Alasdair's sole published work, "The Resurrection of the Old Scottish Language," just twelve copies are known to have survived to this day. Recognized as one of the earliest printed books in Scottish Gaelic, its significant scarcity underscores its historical and cultural value, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of Alasdair's literary contributions to the Scottish Gaelic literary canon.
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