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'Presents from my aunts in Pakistan' by Moniza Alvi, and 'Search for my tongue' by Sujata Bhatt, are two poems which I have chosen from the selection of poems based on different cultures and traditions.  

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English coursework From the selection of poems based on different cultures and traditions, compare and contrast any TWO that you find particularly interesting or enjoyable. (you must choose poems by different poets) 'Presents from my aunts in Pakistan' by Moniza Alvi, and 'Search for my tongue' by Sujata Bhatt, are two poems which I have chosen from the selection of poems based on different cultures and traditions. I have chosen these poems, because both poems are about one person who is remembering their homeland using objects and dreams to explain, how much they miss their homeland, including culture. Both poets have expressed their feelings deeply about their cultures and traditions, using things that they miss and want. For example, Moniza Alvi, in 'Presents from my aunts in Pakistan' uses clothes, jewellery, presents, etc... to express who she is. Where as, Sujata Bhatt, in, 'Search for my tongue', uses her mother tongue, Gujarati, of...

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