Ulysses by the Merlion, 2007 : close-up

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06 Jun 2007

Photographed By Pang, Gerald

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This photograph is a close-up of Edwin Thumboo's poem, ' Ulysses by the Merlion', 1977, on a display board placed near the Merlion. It is dedicated to Maurice Baker. Title devised by Library staff.

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Signs and signboards--Singapore--Photographs

Singaporean poetry (English)—Photographs

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Poetry

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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2008.

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