James Fenimore Cooper

The Pathfinder; Or, The Inland Sea (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Love, Betrayal, and Adventure in the American Wilderness

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

James Fenimore Cooper's novel 'The Pathfinder; Or, The Inland Sea' is a captivating tale set in the wilderness of early America that showcases the author's mastery of descriptive prose and exploration of themes of love, betrayal, and the clash of cultures. Published in 1840, during a time when America was still defining its national identity, Cooper's work reflects the romantic ideals of the American frontier and the struggle between civilization and the untamed wilderness. The vivid imagery and detailed character development make this novel a timeless classic in American literature. Cooper's use of language sets the tone for an adventurous and thought-provoking journey through the uncharted territories of the Inland Sea. As one of Cooper's five Leatherstocking Tales, 'The Pathfinder' stands out for its exploration of the moral dilemmas faced by its characters and the consequences of their actions. The novel's themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of human nature continue to resonate with readers today, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the early American frontier and the development of the American novel.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 443
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664142979
• Artikelnr.: 58436954

Autorenporträt

James Fenimore Cooper (1789 - 1851) was a prolific and popular American writer of the early 19th century. His historical romances of frontier and Indian life in the early American days created a unique form of American literature. He lived most of his life in Cooperstown, New York, which was founded by his father William on property that he owned. Cooper was a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church and, in his later years, contributed generously to it. Before embarking on his career as a writer, he served in the U.S. Navy as a midshipman, which greatly influenced many of his novels and other writings. The novel that launched his career was The Spy, a tale about counterespionage set during the Revolutionary War and published in 1821. He also wrote numerous sea stories and his best-known works are five historical novels of the frontier period known as the Leatherstocking Tales. Among naval historians, Cooper's works on the early U.S. Navy have been well received, but they were sometimes criticized by his contemporaries. Among his most famous works is the Romantic novel The Last of the Mohicans, often regarded as his masterpiece.