James Fenimore Cooper

Wyandotte Or, The Hutted Knoll A Tale

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Produktbeschreibung

"Wyandotté, or The Hutted Knoll: A Tale " is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, set during the American Revolutionary War. It explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the complex relationships between Native American tribes and European settlers. The narrative paints a vivid picture of frontier life, focusing on the cultural clash and moral dilemmas faced by those living in a time of shifting allegiances and conflict. Central to the story is the tension between personal duty and larger political struggles, with settlers navigating their survival amid the challenges of a war-torn landscape. The novel examines the interactions between settlers and Native Americans, highlighting the impact of cultural differences and the difficulties of coexistence in a changing world. Through its characters, the story delves into the consequences of war, the complexities of human nature, and the pursuit of stability in an uncertain and dangerous environment. The novel presents a profound reflection on survival, moral choices, and the enduring effects of conflict on both individuals and communities.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 384
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 540g
• ISBN-13: 9789368098911
• ISBN-10: 9368098913
• Artikelnr.: 73373735

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.