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Croatan
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerRomanceHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025578330
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.35
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Croatan is a sweeping historical romance and adventure that explores the enduring mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke. Written by acclaimed author Mary Johnston, the narrative follows the English settlers who vanished from the North Carolina coast in the late 16th century. Central to the tale is Virginia Dare, the first child of English parentage born in the New World, as she grows to womanhood in a landscape of both peril and wonder.
The story vividly reimagines the survival of the colonists and their integration with the indigenous Croatan people. Through a blend of meticulous historical research and evocative prose, Johnston depicts the cultural clashes, the struggle for existence in an untamed wilderness, and the deep bonds formed between disparate peoples. As the settlers navigate the complexities of their new environment, Croatan offers a poignant meditation on identity, legacy, and the birth of a new American spirit. This work stands as a classic of early 20th-century historical fiction, bringing to life one of the most intriguing legends of colonial history with dramatic flair and emotional depth.
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