Bøker av Michael Rosen

Dignity plays a central role in thinking about law and human rights, but there is sharp disagreement about its meaning. Combining conceptual precision with a broad historical background, Rosen puts these controversies in context and offers a novel, constructive proposal. He also answers a puzzling question: why treat the dead with dignity?

It is the evening of 18 July 1898 and the world-renowned novelist Emile Zola is on the run. Forced to leave Paris, with nothing but the clothes he is standing in and a nightshirt wrapped in newspaper, Zola flees to England with no idea when he will return. This is the little-known story of his time in exile.

A detailed and very personal guide to reading and writing poetry by one of the country's leading children's poets.

An engaging, easy-to-use and informative biography of Shakespeare with humorous illustrations.

The latest adult collection from Michael Rosen, following on from "Don't Mention the Children". A book about anti-Semitism, racism, Fascism and war, Trump, le Pen and Tory assaults on the NHS and education.

A collection of poems by Michael Rosen and Charles Causley. At Key Stage 2 Wordsmith gives you 'single voice' collections of poetry. This approach enables children to familiarise themselves with the poets as individuals, learning about their lives and inspirations to help bring their work to life.

Witty, lively and full of fun, this cat-and-mouse tale from a former Children's Laureate is sure to delight young readers with clever twists and the satisfying defeat of one terrifying cat. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Hail! Hail!I come from anothergalaxy.Discover the wierd and wonderful world of martians, woolly saucepans and centrally heated knickers in 100 poems about science and technology from the delightfully irreverent, Michael Rosen, Children's Laureate 2007 - 2009.

The brilliant family memoir of the much-beloved poet and political campaigner

We're Going on a Bear Hunt: Snowglobe Gift Book is a captivating work by renowned author Michael Rosen. Published in 2017 by Walker Books Ltd, this book is a delightful addition to any collection. The story takes readers on an exciting journey, filled with suspense and adventure, characteristic of Rosen's unique storytelling style. As an author, Michael Rosen is known for his ability to weave tales that engage and entertain readers, and this book is no exception. The genre of the book is an exploration of imagination and adventure, making it a perfect read for those seeking an escape from the mundane. Despite being published in 2017, the book's charm is timeless, and it continues to be a popular choice among readers today. Published by Walker Books Ltd, a publisher known for its commitment to quality literature, you can be assured of the book's exceptional quality. This book is available in English.

A Scots language edition of the classic picture book for children. We're gaun tae catch a braw yin!

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGET OFF, GET OFF, GET OFF!Well what would you say if your brother kept whacking you with a spoon, or the spider made it all the way up the toilet bowl or your mum made you wear that horrible shirt?Find out in this fantastically funny collection of poems all about growing up from the brilliant Michael Rosen, Children's Laureate 2007 - 2009.

The first adult collection in 8 years from the bestselling children's poet, and former Children's Laureate. At the heart of the book is a series of poems about anti-Semitism, Fascism and War, connecting the contemporary world to the lives of Rosen's parents and grandparents - the General Strike, the Battle of Cable Street, Vichy and Auschwitz.

Shreddies in my hair.I looked at Eddie.Eddie's looking at me.Big grin on his face.I knew he had done it.Last week he put pepper in the raisins.The yucky things your borther does, the annoying things your parents say, the funny things you feel.Michael Rosen knows all about YOU! Look inside and see if he's spotted your deepest, darkest secrets.A much-loved classic of family life from the brilliant Michael Rosen & Quentin Blake.

Bilal is terrified of The Test.But then Bumble the bee comes along, and he can answer any question you ask, even the really tricky ones. Then Bilal's granny suggests they go on the wildly popular TV quiz show, What's What? But what will happen if Bilal and Bumble do win the lot...?

Two of the biggest names in children's publishing, Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell, come together in a new poetry collection.

Mr and Mrs Hurry are always rushing about. They never stop! But that means they forget some rather important things - like eating . . . and shopping . . . and taking their son Harry to school!Thankfully, Tiggs the cat is around to remind them. But will anyone remember to give Tiggs his dinner?

A bedtime read turns into a very funny superhero adventure in this exciting blend of picture book and comic book storytelling.

We live in a world surrounded by all the stuff that education is supposed to be about: machines, bodies, languages, cities, votes, mountains, energy, movement, plays, food, liquids, collisions, protests, stones, windows. But the way we've been taught often excludes all sorts of practical ways of finding out about ideas, knowledge and culture - anything from cooking to fixing loo cisterns, from dance to model making, from collecting leaves to playing 'Who am I?'. The great thing is that you really can use everything around you to learn more.Learning should be much more fun and former children's laureate, million-selling author, broadcaster, father of five and all-round national treasure, Michael Rosen wants to show you how. Forget lists, passing tests and ticking boxes, the world outside the classroom can't be contained within the limits of any kind of curriculum - and it's all the better for it. Long car journeys, poems about farting, cake baking, even shouting at the TV can teach lessons that will last a lifetime. Packed with enough practical tips, stories and games to inspire a legion of anxious parents and bored children, Good Ideas shows that the best kind of education really does start at home.

What does it mean to be a humanist? Is humanism a new idea? How do people live their lives without religious beliefs? The first of its kind aimed at the new curriculum for upper primary and lower secondary school children, this book will examine how humanists respond to fundamental questions about morals and ethics, the origins of life, religion and the state. It will look at how humanists mark the milestones of birth, marriage and death. How do people without belief in God live moral and fulfilled lives, with respect for humankind and the universe? A thought-provoking approach will encourage readers to think about the big questions for themselves.The book will include contributions from a number of prominent humanists, such as Stephen Fry, Camila Batmanghelidjh, Philip Pullman, Jim Al-Khalili, Natalie Haynes and Shappi Khorsandi, who will explain their own philosophy and tell us what is important to them.

When Terri-Lee goes to the pet-shop she thinks she'll be choosing a dog - she doesn't expect the dog to be choosing her! But Crumble is no ordinary pet and he's got a few questions to ask:How many walks will you take me on?Do you like to dance?Will Terri-Lee's dance moves and answers be enough to convince Crumble that she could be his owner?

The ridiculously talented Michael Rosen and Neal Layton have paired up to bring young readers the most uproarious comic fiction we've ever published!

From minding your Ps and Qs to wondering why X should mark the spot, Alphabetical is a book for everyone who loves words and language. Whether it's how letters are arranged on keyboards or Viking runes, textspeak or zip codes, this book will change the way you think about letters for ever. How on Earth did we fix upon our twenty-six letters, what do they really mean, and how did we come to write them down in the first place? Michael Rosen takes you on an unforgettable adventure through the history of the alphabet in twenty-six vivid chapters, fizzing with personal anecdotes and fascinating facts. Starting with the mysterious Phoenicians and how sounds first came to be written down, he races on to show how nonsense poems work, pins down the strange story of OK, traces our seven lost letters and tackles the tyranny of spelling, among many, many other things. His heroes of the alphabet range from Edward Lear to Phyllis Pearsall (the inventor of the A-Z), and from the two scribes of Beowulf to rappers. Each chapter takes on a different subject - codes, umlauts or the writing of dictionaries. Rosen's enthusiasm for letters positively leaps off the page, whether it's the story of his life told through the typewriters he's owned or a chapter on jokes written in a string of gags and word games. So if you ever wondered why Hawaiian only has a thirteen-letter alphabet or how exactly to write down the sound of a wild raspberry, read on . . .

A fantastic new collection of poems featuring classic favourites and brand new poems by poetry legend Michael Rosen. Illustrated in colour throughout by the exuberant Babette ColeIncludes a CD of the poems read by Michael Rosen

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level Inspiration for poetry can come from anywhere - a memory, an insight and even broccoli! Former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen explains the inspiration behind a selection of his own quirky poems, highlighting that ideas can come from many different places.

Elvie is desperate for a puppy that she can train up to do amazing tricks. But it's not a puppy Mum returns from the pet shop with, it's a fish. Determined to fulfill her dream of having a performing pet she trains up Fluff the fish. Fluff can't sit, she won't bark on command, but she does have a very special fishy talent all of her own . .

This collection represents Michael Rosen's encounter with an "ethnography of the centre" - the study of the complex, frenzied and interrelated occupational worlds of finance and advertising that create, channel and trade in the currencies of meaning that form the cultural economy of the metropolis.

Beautifully illustrated by Talleen Hackiyan, this features 13 classic fables, retold by popular author Rosen. These modern and humorous versions include "Town Mouse & Country Mouse, The Fox & The Crow" and "The Frog & The Bull". Passes on the wisdom of Aesop in a unique and appealing way.