An Independent Spirit: The Tale of Betsy Dowdy and Black Bess
Donna Campbell Smith
(Author)
Description
Chapter Book - Recommended Reader Age - 10-14 to Adult In her historical fiction book, An Independent Spirit: The Tale of Betsy Dowdy and Black Bess, author Donna Campbell Smith recreates fourteen-year-old Betsy Dowdy's all-night ride for freedom during the American Revolutionary War and reminds young readers that one person's self-determination can change the course of history.
Product Details
Price
$10.95
Publisher
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Publish Date
August 23, 2013
Pages
184
Dimensions
5.5 X 0.39 X 8.5 inches | 0.48 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9781492153276
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Donna Campbell Smith, named 2011 Artist of the Year by Franklin County Arts Council, is a published author of children's books and frequently visits schools to conduct writing workshops and talk to students about the subject matter of her books. She has an AAS degree in equine technology from Martin Community College where she also took extended classes in art and composition. She enjoys writing, photography, and art. She lives in a house on a 200-acre farm in central North Carolina. Donna worked in the horse industry for over 30 years and volunteered in the NC 4-H Horse program for many years. Donna also enjoys writing about North Carolina, travel, history, arts and crafts. Published young reader books by Donna Campbell Smith are Pale as the Moon, An Independent Spirit, and Bear Song. She also has published three adult non-fiction books: The Book of Miniature Horses, The Book of Draft Horses, and The Book of Mules.