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Novel • Fiction
1750s
1826
Adult
13-18 years
930L
The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper follows Natty Bumppo, a frontiersman, his Mohican friends Chingachgook and Uncas, and others as they escort the daughters of a British colonel through the wilderness during the French and Indian War, facing numerous trials, battles, and Native American resistance along the way. Violence, racism, and cultural biases are depicted.
Adventurous
Romantic
Mysterious
Gritty
Nostalgic
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Reviews for James Fenimore Cooper's The Last of the Mohicans are mixed. Readers praise its vivid descriptions and historical depth, but criticize its stilted dialogue and slow pacing. The novel excels in evoking the 18th-century American frontier yet struggles with character development and narrative flow. Overall, it's valued more for its setting and themes than for literary style.
A reader who enjoys historical adventure novels with rich, descriptive prose and complex characters would appreciate The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper. Fans of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson or Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, who seek action within the backdrop of early American frontier life, will find this novel captivating.
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Alice Munro
One of Colonel Munro's daughters, she travels to Fort William Henry and is characterized by moments of independence, despite often being portrayed as a damsel in distress.
Chingachgook
A respected Mohican warrior and friend of Bumppo, known for his bravery and skill in battle.
Colonel Munro
An officer in the British army, he is the father of Alice and Cora, and represents British colonial power.
Cora Munro
The elder daughter of Colonel Munro, she is depicted as brave and cunning, often taking initiative in critical situations.
David Gamut
A music teacher from Connecticut, he contrasts with the action-oriented characters but evolves to show bravery and resourcefulness.
Duncan Heyward
A major in the British forces from Virginia, responsible for escorting the Munro sisters and learning to navigate the wilderness with the help of Bumppo.
Magua
The primary antagonist, he opposes the British and holds a personal vendetta against Colonel Munro.
Uncas
The son of Chingachgook and an adept tracker, his skills and strength of will are critical assets to Bumppo's group.
432
Novel • Fiction
1750s
1826
Adult
13-18 years
930L
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