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Michael Rosen's Sad Book (Hardcover)

by Michael Rosen (Author), Quentin Blake (Illustrator)
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  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd; illustrated edition edition (1 Nov 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0744598982
  • ISBN-13: 978-0744598988
  • Product Dimensions: 29.6 x 21.8 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 110,387 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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We all have sad stuff - maybe you have some right now, as you read this. What makes Michael Rosen most sad is thinking about his son, Eddie, who died. In this book he writes about his sadness, how it affects him and some of the things he does to try to cope with it. Whether or not you have known what it's like to feel really deeply sad, its truth will surely touch you.


About the Author

Michael Rosen, MA, PhD is one of the most popular contemporary poets and authors of books for children. His titles include "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" (Winner of the Smarties Book Prize). The presenter of "Word of Mouth" on BBC Radio 4, he received the Eleanor Farjeon Award for services to children's literature in 1997. Quentin Blake was the first Children's Laureate. One of the world's foremost illustrators, he has won numerous awards for his books.
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72 of 72 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Would-be illustrators - BUY THIS!, 24 Jun 2006
By B. Murray - See all my reviews
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It took me a couple of reads to realise just how much Blake's illustrations added to the spare, bold text. It was as if Rosen, in his grief, had left some things unsaid and Blake had picked up on this and helped out. I've always liked his illustrations but this book brings out a different side of him - more expressionist - his figures and landscapes (some beautifully economical use of watercolour)seem to bypass the brain and go straight to the solar plexus.

Some people are worried that the bald realism of this book is too much for younger children. But what about those who've already lost someone close to them? Surely they need help in visualising their experience. Ever since my daughter died I've been trying to find ways of telling my autistic son about her. I said all the usual stuff, but he became inconsolable and cried as if heartbroken. I've left it alone for months and then suddenly found this book. I knew it would be perfect for him, as he has SUCH a visual intelligence. It was. He asked me to read it again and again and pointed out aspects of the pictures that I had failed to notice.

My other daughter is a little wary of it, but I feel it will reach her in time.

If you want to help someone deal with loss, please don't be afraid of this book.
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59 of 60 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A staggering achievement, 11 April 2005
By Mr. M. J. Gunner "helpmefromthisbeast" (Brighton, England) - See all my reviews
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Michael Rosens Sad Book is an astonishing achievement.
Poignant, saddening and thought provoking, though do not be fooled, this is not just a childs picture books.
Even the most toughened of adults would find it nigh-on impossible to muster anyhing other than a tear.
Michael Rosen lost his son, Eddie, to meningitis when he was just 19. After the collapse of his marriage, Michael Rosen perhaps lost for a while his familiar cheery side of his other incredible poetry books.
Having met the man myself, I can confirm that despite his setbacks this man is a super guy and has more warmth and softness than anyone else I have ever met.

Sad Book is simply put unlike anything you will ever read. Do not be put off by it being about saddness and depression. As he puts it himself, he is not bad, but sad.
You will not regret this amazingly honest and open book.

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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Too good to be just a children's book, 13 Aug 2005
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Summary: Covers a lot of important areas in bereavement in an accessible and sensitive way.
Reviewer: West London, works in helping profession, sometimes with bereaved people.

I was impressed with this book becauses it says or conveys so much in a digestible, insightful and empathic way. It's the best 'introduction to bereavement' I've come across and manages to get the emotional tone just right - some hope, some humour, some tips, but an acknowledgement that the sadness can be overwhelming at times (and doesn't go away in a hurry). Particularly useful for people who have lost children, or adult children as the author lost his son at 18, but relevant to most bereavements. Illustrations are great too and contribute a great deal to the impact and perceptiveness. Consider this a 'group review' because some people I know who are struggling with bereavement thought a lot of the book too - and felt understood.

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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant
Excellent book,reassuring whilst honest in dealing with sad feelings,Incredibly helpful to read with my 7 year old whose father is terminally ill. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. C. L. Teagle

3.0 out of 5 stars Get the full size edition
Michael Rosen's Sad Book is wonderfully written, perfectly illustrated and beautifully produced in a generous size hardback that is a pleasure to handle. Read more
Published 2 months ago by E. Roberts

5.0 out of 5 stars inspired
This book is sensitive, yet also sulky, secretive, angry and frustrated, all the emotions one feels when bereaved. Rosen shares some stuff and keeps other stuff hidden. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Min

5.0 out of 5 stars A "happy" sad book
This is a beautiful book; the words, the sentiments, the illustrations - everything. It tells the story of how the author coped following the death of his son. Read more
Published 7 months ago by S. Walker

5.0 out of 5 stars One way to share grief beautifully
Loss, immense emotions, pain, are hard things to explain to a child. Face it - they cannot be explained as your child is not you and so must experience these things in his or her... Read more
Published 8 months ago by J. Sproxton Miller

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
A lovely book, recommended by a friend.
Those who have lost someone close, whoever it is should read this book. It tells it like it is. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Jessica Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Book
Rosen has produced a gem and as people have said the pictures are perfect for it.
An unusual book, a must buy if you want kids to be able to take feelings seriously.
Published 19 months ago by A. D. Spellman

5.0 out of 5 stars Special Forever.
I was having a clear out before the Big guy in Red comes along,and i came cross this book. At first i put it in the pile to take to the charity shop, but then i read it. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2006 by Nelly B

5.0 out of 5 stars A remarkable children's book.
I used to read "Quick, Let's get out of here!" to an appreciative group of 7 year olds. They loved the chocolate cake, but I got more requests to hear the tales of "Eddie and the... Read more
Published on 26 Jul 2006 by Mr. M. R. Britten

5.0 out of 5 stars YES, LIFE CAN BE VERY, VERY SAD
This is a sad book, a very sad book. It is aptly titled. Yes, it's unlike the majority of books intended for young readers. There aren't any rhymes or happy endings. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2005 by Gail Cooke

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