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29/08/2014
Seamus Heaney Stamps Unveiled
A commemorative stamp, featuring the late Seamus Heaney, has been issued in the Republic of Ireland.
The stamp was released on Thursday and features a black and white photograph of the poet.
A specially commissioned envelope was also unveiled, which has been inscribed with an extract of Heaney's famous 1969 poem, Bogland.
Michael Heaney, the poet's son, is quoted as saying: "The year since he died has been a sad time for our family, but this is not only a wonderful testament to his life and work, but also a reminder of the generosity and support people have shown since Dad's passing.
"We would like to express our deepest thanks and appreciation to everyone involved in bestowing this rare honour on the husband, father, grandfather and poet we miss so much."
Heaney, who was from L'Derry, died in August 2013 at the age of 74. He had been suffering from ill health.
(JP/MH)
The stamp was released on Thursday and features a black and white photograph of the poet.
A specially commissioned envelope was also unveiled, which has been inscribed with an extract of Heaney's famous 1969 poem, Bogland.
Michael Heaney, the poet's son, is quoted as saying: "The year since he died has been a sad time for our family, but this is not only a wonderful testament to his life and work, but also a reminder of the generosity and support people have shown since Dad's passing.
"We would like to express our deepest thanks and appreciation to everyone involved in bestowing this rare honour on the husband, father, grandfather and poet we miss so much."
Heaney, who was from L'Derry, died in August 2013 at the age of 74. He had been suffering from ill health.
(JP/MH)
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