Notable Novels:
* Drums Along the Mohawk (1936): This historical novel is perhaps his most famous work, set during the American Revolutionary War in New York state. It follows the lives of a young couple caught in the midst of the conflict.
* Roll River (1935): This novel is also set during the Revolutionary War and explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence.
* The Long Hunt (1930): This novel tells the story of a young man who flees the American Civil War and travels west to the Indian Territory.
* The White Shadow (1920): This adventure novel set in Africa tells the story of a man who travels to the interior of the continent in search of ivory.
Other Works:
* The Bitter Tea of General Yen (1930): A short story that was adapted into a film starring Barbara Stanwyck.
* The Madman's Drum (1942): His final novel, it explores themes of racial prejudice and violence in the American South.
* The Collected Poems of James Boyd (1948): This collection was published posthumously and includes a variety of Boyd's poems.
James Boyd was a talented writer who skillfully crafted historical novels that captured the spirit of adventure and the challenges of a changing America. He was known for his vivid prose and his ability to bring history to life.