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"A Luxury We Must Afford"

In 1968, founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew told a room of University of Singapore students, "poetry is a luxury we cannot afford". 

It's an attitude that has unfortunately persisted past its context; in many ways the country's perception of poetry isn't so different from what it was decades ago.

Still, it's moments and situations in which we have to confront the unknown, and the uncertain, when poetry can offer us solace. So here's a compilation of local poets, and anthologies we might turn to. Learn more in this blog post.

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Call and Response: A Migrant/Local Poetry Anthology
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Joshua Ip (Ed.), Rolinda Onates Espanola (Ed.), Zakir Hossain (Ed.) | Math Paper Press

Call and Response: A Migrant/Local Poetry Anthology

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Voices unite, bridging worlds through poetry.

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Voices unite, bridging worlds through poetry.

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Call and Response could be a great read for poetry enthusiasts seeking to explore the experiences of migrant and local poets. The anthology captures a diverse range of voices, with each poem being a unique prism of language that reflects and refracts the experiences of migrant workers and local residents. The creative responses from local writers add an interesting dimension to the work, creating a dialogic space where perspectives are shared and reflected upon. Overall, the book is a beautiful exploration of identity, migration, and the power of language to bridge worlds.

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Joshua Ip, Christine Chia, Cheryl Julia Lee | Math Paper Press

A Luxury We Must Afford

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Mirroring Singapore's future through vivid storytelling

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Mirroring Singapore's future through vivid storytelling

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This book captures the essence of Singapore's future through a diverse collection of narratives. It takes readers on a journey of hyper-modern dreams and the struggle to maintain connection with the past. Written by talented authors, this anthology offers a powerful reflection on Singapore's evolution and the importance of poetry in an uncertain world. A must-read for those seeking thought-provoking stories that push the boundaries of imagination.

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