Böcker av Rosemary Smith

The inspirational story of the female motorsport pioneer who broke through the gender barrier to compete in and win some of the most iconic rallies in the world.

Swimming with Cobras is a memoir about a journey to find a foothold in a foreign land grappling with its own identity, offering rare and important insight into a corner of South Africa's past. Rosemary Smithis life as an activist in the Eastern Cape began when she moved from England with her South African born husband in the mid-1960s. They made their home in Grahamstown where they raised four children. As a member of the Black Sash she participated in events spanning three decades in an intensely politicised and oppressed province. Through her involvement she made the transition to full integration in a country that at first struck her as alien and strange.

Parents really do know best ... even if they're lizards! Woody is a young lizard that enjoys snacking on all the tasty bugs he finds in the rain gutters attached to the house. Even though his father warns him that the gutters aren't safe, Woody doesn't listen. One day, Woody gets caught in a sudden rainstorm. He is washed down the drainpipe and plops into a bucket of water. After Woody Gets Dunked, Miss Hunny, the cat, jumps onto the potting table to dry her fur. Her sudden leap knocks a rake off the tabletop and it falls into the bucket holding the little lizard. Woody is able to climb onto the rake and escape the water, saving himself from disaster. Woody's cousin, Lizzie, his father, and his friends are all happy to see Woody safe and sound. Miss Hunny is hailed as a hero, as Woody learns an important lesson. Woody Gets Dunked is a charming tale for children who may need a small reminder about the importance of safety. A natural-born storyteller, Rosemary Smith has many more books in the works. She resides in Lafayette, Louisiana, and says, "I saw the story happen once when we were out watching it rain. The little lizard did get washed into the bucket." Publisher's website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/WoodyGetsDunked.html

It''s springtime in Louisiana and all the lizards are coming out to play! Sunshine and fun is what Lizzie Lizard wants and she is determined to find it no matter how far she has to go. Little Lizzie is a very curious little girl lizard. Although her strong, handsome Papa and her wise Mama have cautioned her to stay close, she decides to explore beyond the family territory. Just this once is what Lizzie thinks and when she does, she finds out just why her parents set the limits they do. Danger lurks where Lizzie strays, and she learns that not listening to what''s best can cause all kinds of problems! Rosemary Smith writes a sweet, simple tale that children will adore. Not only does it carry an important message, but this imaginative story is sure to pique your child''s interest and become one of their most treasured books. Smith is a writer, retired realtor, entrepreneur and multi-media technician. She has recently finished the sequels to Lizzie''s adventures and is currently writing another children''s book. Smith and her husband live in the heart of Cajun country in Lafayette, Louisiana.Publisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/LizardTales-LizzieWalksOnTheWildSide.html