By Order of the Company is a historical novel by Mary Johnston, first published in 1900. Set in early 17th century Virginia, it follows Ralph Percy as he navigates the challenges of colonial life, including love, conflict, and the threat of Indigenous peoples and Spanish forces. The story begins with Ralph's reflections on his home and leads to his tumultuous marriage with Jocelyn Leigh, highlighting the complexities of personal and political relationships during the colonial era.
