📖 Michael Rosen's Sad Book 📖

🌟 Join us on an emotional journey with Michael Rosen, as he shares a heartbreakingly honest account of his grief for his son, Eddie. This powerful narrative unfolds through the poignant collaboration of two former Children's Laureates.

📚 Genre-Defying Tale:
Sometimes, a book comes along that defies categorization, and Michael Rosen's Sad Book is exactly that. This non-fiction gem delves into Michael's raw emotions following the tragic loss of his son to meningitis at just 19. With a blend of sincerity and simplicity, it beautifully captures the complexity of grief and the inevitability of sadness.

💔 Sincere and Simple:
Explore the profound connection between sincerity and simplicity as Michael Rosen navigates through the intricate landscape of his feelings. The narrative gracefully acknowledges that sadness is an intrinsic part of the human experience, sometimes beyond reason. Michael's candid expression of grief perfects the art of conveying complicated emotions in a straightforward manner.

🖌️ Unique Creation Process:
This book is unlike any other. Michael Rosen poured his extreme feelings onto the pages, crafting a narrative that Quentin Blake then 'realized' into a book. The collaboration between text and illustrations is more than just a partnership; it's a reflection of self. As Michael puts it, "No writer could ask and get more than that." Quentin Blake shares that creating the drawing of Michael "being sad but trying to look happy" was the most challenging yet moving experience of his career.

📖 Dive into the depths of emotion with Michael Rosen's Sad Book, where words and illustrations unite to portray a journey of grief, resilience, and self-discovery. Join us as we unravel the profound impact of this unique collaboration and explore the universal themes that make this book a timeless masterpiece.

🔗 Be sure to check out Michael's new book: 'Many Different Kinds of Love: A story of life, death and the NHS':
www.waterstones.com/book/many-different-kinds-of-l…

You can browse more videos like Michael Rosen Chocolate Cake on the Official Michael Rosen channels:
youtube.com/MichaelRosenO...

You can browse and buy Michael Rosen Books here:
www.michaelrosen.co.uk/books/

These poems, story and interviews are free resources and make great starting points for English lessons. In this video, Michael Rosen performs his own work and talks to Francesca Simon, author of the 'Horrid Henry' books.

➡️ For news, updates, and fun, as well as great homeschooling UK storytime resources and ideas like these visit the Micahel Rosen website www.michaelrosen.co.uk/


.]"Sad Film | Kids' Poems and Stories with Michael Rosen

Be sure to check out Michael's book: 'Many Different Kinds of Love: A story of life, death and the NHS':
www.waterstones.com/book/many-different-kinds-of-l…

You can browse more videos like Michael Rosen Chocolate Cake on the Official Michael Rosen channels:
youtube.com/MichaelRosenO...

You can browse and buy Michael Rosen Books here:
www.michaelrosen.co.uk/books/

These poems, story and interviews are free resources and make great starting points for English lessons. In this video, Michael Rosen performs his own work and talks to Francesca Simon, author of the 'Horrid Henry' books.

➡️ For news, updates, and fun, as well as great homeschooling UK storytime resources and ideas like these visit the Micahel Rosen website www.michaelrosen.co.uk/

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