Jess Smith

Non-Fiction Author

Birthday November 23, 1948

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Aberfeldy, Scotland

Age 75 years old

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Numerology: 2

About

Scottish author and storyteller whose work focuses on the experiences of Scottish travelers. Her books include three autobiographies titled Jessie's Journey, Tales From The Tent, and Tears for A Tinker. 

Before Fame

She lived with her parents and seven sisters on a bus from age five to 15.

Trivia

In 2014, she led a campaign to save the Tinkers' Heart, a monument in Argyll, Scotland. In 2012, her seventh book was published, titled Way of the Wanderers. 

Family Life

She has two sons and a daughter.

Associated With

She is one of many authors who write about travel, including Bill Bryson.