How did William McIlvanney's Scottish background influence the gritty tone of Laidlaw?
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How did William McIlvanney's Scottish background influence the gritty tone of Laidlaw?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about Laidlaw’s moral choices throughout the story?
What do you think led McIlvanney to craft Laidlaw as a detective with such a complex moral code?