Scotland's Irvine Welsh is sometimes known as "the poet laureate of the chemical generation."  His first novel, Trainspotting made him a controversial bestseller. Now, Irvine Welsh has written a prequel, called Skagboys.

Music to close the show:

CD: SUNSHINE ON LEITH

Cut 6:  "Sunshine on Leith"

Performer:  The Proclaimers

Composer:  Charlie Reid

Label: Chrysalis CH 541668