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“The Last of the Mohicans” is a historical novel written by James Fenimore Cooper. It was first published in 1826 and is part of Cooper’s Leatherstocking Tales, a series of novels featuring the character Natty Bumppo, also known as Hawkeye.
Set during the French and Indian War in the 1750s, “The Last of the Mohicans” is a tale of adventure, romance, and conflict between different cultural and ethnic groups in North America. The novel follows the journey of a group of characters, including Hawkeye, his Mohican friends Chingachgook and his son Uncas, as well as two sisters, Alice and Cora Munro, and the British officer Duncan Heyward.
The story unfolds against the backdrop of the wilderness, where various Native American tribes, British and French soldiers, and settlers are vying for control of the land. The narrative explores themes of race, identity, and the clash of cultures. The character of Hawkeye, a white man who has adopted Native American ways, serves as a bridge between the two worlds.
“The Last of the Mohicans” has been adapted into numerous films, TV series, and other media over the years. It remains one of the most well-known and enduring works of American literature from the 19th century.
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