Cyril the Lonely Cloud

Cyril the cloud is unhappy because he is always blamed for ruining everyone's fun. He drifts far away in search of a friendly face and eventually arrives in a new land where everyone welcomes the shade he gives. His tears soak the land and everything seems to smile, which is all Cyril ever wanted.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2019
Publisher: Oxford University Press

It is a melancholic reality that Cyril, the cloud, is often met with disdain and frustration. His presence is often associated with the dampening of spirits, casting shadows over every corner he traverses, and imbuing an air of dullness and melancholy. Driven by a longing for companionship, Cyril embarks on a journey that takes him far and wide across farmland, towns, and even the vast ocean. Eventually, he arrives in a new land, where the scorching heat of the sun renders the ground unbearably hot. To the inhabitants of this land, Cyril's presence is a welcome relief, as his shade provides solace from the scorching rays. Overwhelmed with joy, Cyril sheds tears of pure bliss, and his tears permeate the land, bringing forth a smile that stretches across everything in sight. In that moment, Cyril realizes that his sole desire had been fulfilled—to gaze upon the world and witness the radiance of a happy smile. This poignant tale, penned by Tim Hopgood, encapsulates the essence of his literary works, which celebrate the beauty of the natural world and advocate for a positive and uplifting perspective on life.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 236 x 276 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192767585