THE GREAT REALISATION: The post-pandemic poem that has captured the hearts of millions

By Tomos Roberts (Tomfoolery)

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ISBN: 9780755501502

Publisher: Egmont UK Ltd

Binding: Hardback

Number of Pages: 32

Publication Date: 03-Sep-20

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We now call it The Great Realisation and, yes, since then there have been many. But that’s the story of how it started … and why hindsight’s 2020. First performed online in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Tomos Roberts’ heartfelt poem, with its message of hope and resilience, has been viewed over 60 million times and translated into over 20 languages. Adapted by Ashley Banjo and Diversity into a breathtaking dance performance on Britain’s Got Talent! ‘It’s a beautiful book and beautifully illustrated. We’ve been flicking through it all morning and I’ve read it several times to my children’ – Kate Garraway, Good Morning Britain Written in the form of a bedtime story, The Great Realisation is a celebration of the many things – from simple acts of kindness, to applauding the heroic efforts of our key workers – that have brought us together at a time of global crisis. It has captured, with magical resonance, the thoughts and feelings of millions in lockdown, as we adapt to a new way of life, find joy in unexpected places, cast aside old habits and reflect on what truly matters to us. The Great Realisation is a story for any reader, young or old, who dares to dream of a brighter future – of a fairer, kinder, more sustainable world. It is a timely reminder that, even during our most challenging moments, there is always hope. ‘This fairytale-style story provides a springboard for discussion of current events with children, and presents a more optimistic view of the future in a time where the outlook often seems bleak’ – School Library Journal, US

Tomos Roberts (Tomfoolery) is a spoken-word poet and filmmaker, born in New Zealand and brought up in London. His online poem The Great Realisation, launched in April 2020 and featuring a cameo from his seven-year-old brother, has been viewed over 60 million times. Tomos has been interviewed on This Morning, by Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby, and his story has been reported all over the world. Celebrities including Kristen Bell, Khloe Kardashian and Jake Gyllenhaal have praised his heartfelt work. Tomos lives in London.

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We now call it The Great Realisation and, yes, since then there have been many. But that's the story of how it started ... and why hindsight's 2020. First performed online in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Tomos Roberts' heartfelt poem, with its message of hope and resilience, has been viewed over 60 million times and translated into over 20 languages. Adapted by Ashley Banjo and Diversity into a breathtaking dance performance on Britain's Got Talent! 'It's a beautiful book and beautifully illustrated. We've been flicking through it all morning and I've read it several times to my children' - Kate Garraway, Good Morning Britain Written in the form of a bedtime story, The Great Realisation is a celebration of the many things - from simple acts of kindness, to applauding the heroic efforts of our key workers - that have brought us together at a time of global crisis. It has captured, with magical resonance, the thoughts and feelings of millions in lockdown, as we adapt to a new way of life, find joy in unexpected places, cast aside old habits and reflect on what truly matters to us. The Great Realisation is a story for any reader, young or old, who dares to dream of a brighter future - of a fairer, kinder, more sustainable world. It is a timely reminder that, even during our most challenging moments, there is always hope. 'This fairytale-style story provides a springboard for discussion of current events with children, and presents a more optimistic view of the future in a time where the outlook often seems bleak' - School Library Journal, US