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Journey through Singapore’s poetic heritage.
If you're intrigued by Singapore's rich literary landscape, this annotated bibliography by the National Library Board should be your next read. It's like having a knowledgeable guide walk you through the works of Edwin Thumboo, Singapore's pioneering poet. The annotations will deepen your understanding and appreciation for the context and significance behind his poetry. It's not just information; it's an immersion into Singaporean culture and history through the lens of literature.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Journey through Singapore’s poetic heritage.
If you're intrigued by Singapore's rich literary landscape, this annotated bibliography by the National Library Board should be your next read. It's like having a knowledgeable guide walk you through the works of Edwin Thumboo, Singapore's pioneering poet. The annotations will deepen your understanding and appreciation for the context and significance behind his poetry. It's not just information; it's an immersion into Singaporean culture and history through the lens of literature.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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