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A poem to capture the spirit of every nation competing at the 2012 Games. Pakistan's poem The Sari is by Moniza Alvi and is read by Maha.

The poem for Pakistan is The Sari by Moniza Alvi. The poet was born in Lahore, Pakistan, and came to England when she was a few months old. The Sari portrays a beautiful image of her connection with the country of her birth even while not growing up there.

Poetry 2012 - The Written World, creating a unique picture of the nations of the world in verse.

2 minutes

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Thu 26 Apr 2012 05:28

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  • Thu 26 Apr 2012 05:28