Questions tagged [james-fenimore-cooper]
For questions about the works of James Fenimore Cooper and his life as a writer.
3
questions
7
votes
1
answer
817
views
Who were the attackers of Glens Falls? (The Last of the Mohicans)
As someone who hasn't read much about Native Americans, the variety of nations in The Last of the Mohicans felt overwhelming.
I understand that Iroquois fought by the British side, and Hurons fought ...
- 95
1
vote
0
answers
70
views
Why is Chingachgook regarded as a romantic character?
In The Last of the Mohicans: A Narrative of 1757 Chingachgook is a romantic character. He lives in harmony with nature and is loyal and brave. However, I am having trouble finding a quotation or ...
- 81
22
votes
1
answer
762
views
Did later literary analysis agree with Mark Twain's criticism of J.F. Cooper?
This excellent answer by @CHEESE linked to a Mark Twain's "Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offenses".
SPOILER ALERT: That essay is extremely critical of Cooper's work.
Did later literary analysis largely ...
- 4,476