In "The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement," James Lincoln Collier tells the tale of a young boy named James who navigates the challenges of life in the early 17th-century Jamestown settlement. Amidst food shortages and tensions with the native Powhatan tribe, James embarks on a daring mission to secure corn for his hungry community. As he confronts moral dilemmas and the struggle for survival, he learns about friendship, courage, and the impact of his choices on the lives of those around him. The story vividly captures the complexities of early American colonial life and the relationships between settlers and indigenous peoples. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Jamestowns American Portraits .

This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.

This book was published in 2013 by Audiobookshelf .

This award-winning author graduated from Clark University and earned a Ph. D. at Columbia University in History. Born in 1930 in New York City, Collier is an active member in many organizations such as the Connecticut Historical Commission and the State Museum Advisory Board. His honors include the Kidger Prize for Teaching, the Jane Addams Peace Prize, and the Newbery Honor. He previously worked as a junior high school teacher. Collier enjoys writing for children because he wants to show them that history is both interesting and important. His specialty is in the Revolutionary Era and New England. Christopher Collier lives with his wife in Orange, Connecticut and is the father of three. He is currently Professor Emeritus of American History at the University of Connecticut.