LEATHERSTOCKING TALES – Complete Collection (eBook)

The Deerslayer, The Last of the Mohicans, The Pathfinder, The Pioneers & The Prairie (Illustrated)

James Fenimore Cooper (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
2445 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776899-9 (EAN)

Infos

James Fenimore Cooper's "Leatherstocking Tales – Complete Collection" is a seminal work in American literature that encapsulates the tumultuous relationship between man and nature during the nascent years of the United States. Spanning five novels, this collection follows the adventures of Natty Bumppo, a frontiersman who embodies the ideals of the American wilderness. Cooper's vivid prose and richly descriptive style transport readers to a world marked by the conflicts of civilization and the untamed frontier, reflecting the socio-political landscapes of early 19th-century America. The narratives are infused with themes of individualism, environmentalism, and the critique of societal norms, offering a captivating exploration of the American identity. James Fenimore Cooper, often regarded as the first significant American novelist, was born in 1789 in Burlington, New Jersey. His passionate engagement with the themes of frontier life and Native American culture was deeply influenced by his own experiences growing up in an era of westward expansion. As a man of the frontier, Cooper sought to capture the essence of his country's nascent spirit, which ultimately led to his creation of the iconic character Natty Bumppo, a figure that resonates with authenticity and rugged idealism. "Leatherstocking Tales – Complete Collection" is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of American literature and the complexities of the early American ethos. Cooper's blend of adventure, moral reflection, and profound insights into nature make this collection a timeless treasure that invites readers to ponder their own place within the ever-evolving narrative of America.

Autor

James Fenimore Cooper (1789-1851) was a preeminent American novelist renowned for his portrayal of frontier life and his insightful exploration of the American experience. Born in Burlington, New Jersey, and raised in Cooperstown, New York, a town founded by his father, his unique upbringing amidst the wilderness of the early American frontier significantly influenced his literary work. Cooper is best recognized for his 'Leatherstocking Tales,' a series of five novels that include his masterpiece, 'The Last of the Mohicans' (1826), praised for its epic depiction of the American landscape and the complex interplay between Native Americans and European settlers. Cooper's narrative style combined adventure with social and political commentary, and his works are seen as a precursor to the Western genre. His portrayal of Natty Bumppo, the heroic frontiersman in 'Leatherstocking Tales,' has become an iconic symbol of the idealized American spirit of independence and self-reliance. A prolific writer, Cooper's literary contributions extend beyond his frontier novels; he also wrote seafaring stories and social critiques. Despite varied reception during his career, Cooper's legacy endures, as his novels continue to be appreciated for their historical significance and their influence on American literary tradition.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 30.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • 19th century novels • American Frontier • American frontier adventure • American Romanticism classics • Classic action novels • colonial america fiction • Cultural clash themes • cultural conflict • early American Literature • Ernest Hemingway • frontier and pioneer fiction • frontiersman character study • Heart of Darkness • Historical Adventure Romance • historical fiction series • Historical Romance • Jack London • Karl May • Ken Follett • Life among the Apaches • literary classic • literary sagas • Native American cultures • Native American themes in literature • Natty Bumppo • Natty Bumppo series • Nature versus civilization • Robert Louis Stevenson • romantic historical fiction • tales collection • The revenant • Three Years with Quantrill • Upstate New York history • vivid landscape descriptions • Walter Scott • wilderness exploration • wilderness survival stories