The Stronghold: A Story of Historic Northern Neck of Virginia and Its People

"The Stronghold: A Story of Historic Northern Neck of Virginia and Its People" by Miriam Haynie highlights the historical events of the Northern Neck region in Virginia during the early colonization period. The book looks into the experiences and lives of early settlers and Indigenous peoples from the 1600s onward. The author's style of storytelling is engaging and easy to understand for readers of all ages, particularly those interested in the early colonization of America and the interactions between European settlers and Native Americans. Haynie begins by describing the land of the Northern Neck of Virginia, its natural resources, and the wildlife in the area, starting with when Captain John Smith first came to the area. She discusses John Smith's first encounter with the region when he was captured by the Native Americans, sharing his experiences in the area, and observations of those who lived there. The book introduces a complicated relationship that may occur between the settlers and the Native American tribes.