The Deer Slayer V1: Or The First Warpath (1841)

By James Fenimore Cooper

Book Overview

The Deer Slayer V1: Or The First Warpath is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1841. The book tells the story of Natty Bumppo, a young frontiersman known as the Deer Slayer, and his adventures in the wilderness of New York during the French and Indian War. The novel is set in the 1740s and follows the Deer Slayer as he meets his lifelong friend Chingachgook, a Mohican Indian, and together they embark on a mission to rescue two young women who have been captured by the Huron tribe. Along the way, they encounter a variety of challenges and obstacles, including battles with other Native American tribes and conflicts with the French military.Throughout the novel, Cooper explores themes of race, identity, and the clash of cultures between Native Americans and European settlers. He also delves into the concept of honor and the importance of maintaining one's integrity in the face of adversity.Overall, The Deer Slayer V1: Or The First Warpath is a classic work of American literature that provides a vivid and compelling portrayal of life on the frontier during the colonial era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of early America.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164126210
• ISBN13: 9781164126218
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"