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"Le Dernier des Mohicans" est un roman fascinant qui fait rêver les enfants et les adolescents depuis des décennies. Le récit a pour théâtre l'Amérique du Nord, pendant la guerre de Sept Ans. Les affrontements entre Français et Anglais en forment la toile de fond. La bataille de Fort William Henry oppose, en août 1757 les troupes du général français Montcalm (et de ses alliés indiens) à celles du britannique Munro.

The setting for this historical romance is the French and Indian War, a war which pitted England and its American colonists against the French and their Indian allies. Cora and Alice Munro, the daughters of an English commander, are on their way to join their father. Escorting them through the wilderness are Alice's fiancé, Major Duncan Heyward, and the treacherous Indian Magua, who secretly serves the French.

Au XVIIIe siècle, la guerre fait rage entre Anglais et Français pour la conquête du Nouveau Monde. Un jeune officier anglais est chargé de conduire Alice et Cora chez leur père, le colonel Munro, dans son fort assiégé. Trahis par leur guide, attaqués par les Hurons, ils sont secourus par un vieux chef indien et son fils, Uncas, le dernier des Mohicans. Mais pourront-ils échapper à la lutte sans merci que se livrent les tribus indiennes? Un fascinant roman historique au moment de la naissance des Etats-Unis.

The Last of the Mohicans is set during the French and Indian War, a time during which control of North America was being fought for. As troops from both armies fought through various territories of the continent, they each allied with different Native American groups to grow their armies and gain resources.

A founding father of American literature, James Fenimore Cooper was one of America's first professional novelists, and a pioneer of both the Western and the historical romance. Included here are his 1826 masterpiece The Last of the Mohicans and his 1821 classic The Spy, widely considered the world's first espionage novel. 

The Prairie: A Tale is a sweeping frontier novel that follows Natty Bumppo, a legendary trapper who has left civilization to seek peace in the vast American wilderness. But as settlers push westward, he is drawn into conflicts that test his survival skills, wisdom, and sense of justice. A powerful story of the untamed frontier.

The Last of the Mohicans: A Narrative of 1757 (1826) is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper. It is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America using Native American allies. The novel is set primarily in the upper New York wilderness. Among a caravan guarding two women are the frontiersman Natty Bumppo, Major Duncan Heyward, and the Native Americans Chingachgook and Uncas, the former of whom is the novel's title character.

Le récit a pour théâtre l'Amérique du Nord, pendant la guerre de Sept Ans. Les affrontements entre Français et Anglais en forment la toile de fond. La bataille de Fort William Henry oppose, en août 1757 les troupes du général français Montcalm (et de ses alliés indiens) à celles du britannique Munro. Un officier anglais est chargé de conduire 2 jeunes filles, Alice et Cora chez leur père, le général Monro, dans son fort assiégé.

Set in upstate New York on a comfortable estate, the law-abiding family of Mr. Wharton suddenly finds the Revolutionary War at its door. They are an American family with friendly British ties, but they have kept their dual loyalties from affecting their peaceful life, until a secret visit from Wharton's own son, Henry, changes everything

"Le dernier des Mohicans" (The last of the Mohicans) est un roman historique américain de James Fenimore Cooper, publié pour la première fois en janvier 1826. Le récit a pour théâtre l'Amérique du Nord, pendant la guerre de Sept Ans. Les affrontements entre Français et Anglais en forment la toile de fond. Cooper décrit notamment la bataille de Fort William Henry qui oppose, en juillet et août 1757, les troupes du général français Montcalm (et de ses alliés amérindiens) à celles du colonel britannique Monro.

The Deerslayer gives listeners a glimpse into another time and another culture. Raised by Indians, the young white man Natty Bumppo takes pride in doing everything just as well as his peers. Natty is courageous and one of the best hunters in his group which earns him the name Deerslayer, but his true test will come in the form of warfare. The Deerslayer’s story is one of violence and the reality of warfare. After killing his first enemy, Natty is captured and tortured. He believes this is the worst of mankind but nothing can prepare him for the cruelty of the civilized man.

Dive into the thrilling world of James Fenimore Coopers second novel, The Spy (1821), inspired by Sir Walter Scotts Waverly series. This gripping adventure unfolds during the American Revolution, following the enigmatic protagonist, Harvey Birch. While appearing to be a loyalist, Birch is actually a cunning spy for George Washington, cleverly disguised as Mr. Harper. This captivating tale not only catapulted Cooper to fame and fortune but also marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of American fiction. (Summary by Gord MacKenzie)

Set against the backdrop of 16th century Germany, this captivating tale immerses listeners in a world where the remnants of feudalism clash with the ambitions of a rising bourgeois class. As tensions rise amidst the charged atmosphere of the Protestant Reformation, the characters navigate their struggles and aspirations in a society on the brink of transformation. Join us for a rich exploration of conflict and change, narrated by Joel Kindrick.

Immerse yourself in The Last of the Mohicans, an epic tale crafted by James Fenimore Cooper and first published in January 1826. This captivating novel not only captured the imagination of readers in its time but also solidified Coopers legacy as one of Americas earliest literary icons. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous year of 1757 during the French and Indian War, the narrative unfolds amidst the fierce struggle between France and Great Britain for dominance over the American and Canadian territories. In a complex web of alliances, the French often partnered with Native American ...

In Pathfinder - The Inland Sea, we follow Natty Bumppo, known by many names—La Longue Carabine, Hawk Eye, Leatherstocking, and in this tale, The Pathfinder. A skilled guide, scout, hunter, and when necessary, soldier, Natty navigates the treacherous wilderness of pre-Revolution upstate New York. When his old friend, Sergeant Dunham of the 55th Regiment of Foot, requests his help to escort his daughter, Mable, to the fort at Oswego, danger lurks at every turn. With the French forging alliances with Native American tribes against the British and Yankee colonists, the journey is fraught with ...

Set against the backdrop of the British province of New York during the tumultuous French and Indian War, this gripping tale unfolds the harrowing events surrounding the massacre of 500 to 1,500 unarmed Anglo-American troops who surrendered honorably at Fort William Henry. With passive French complicity, the tragedy deepens as two sisters, daughters of the British commander, are kidnapped. Enter Hawkeye, the last of the Mohicans, who, along with his allies, embarks on a daring rescue mission. Drawing inspiration from the real-life capture and tragic fate of Jane McCrea in 1777, this narrative ...

Immerse yourself in The Pioneers The Sources of the Susquehanna, a captivating entry in James Fenimore Coopers renowned Leatherstocking Tales. Published in 1823, yet set against the backdrop of 1793, this novel intricately weaves the story of the American frontier in New York State. At its heart are Natty Bumppo, the seasoned Leatherstocking, and Judge Marmaduke Temple of Templeton—whose character mirrors that of Coopers own father. Alongside them is Elizabeth, the author’s beloved sister, and a cast of intriguing figures, including the young visitor Oliver Effingham. The narrative begins ...

Im Zentrum steht erneut der legendäre Waldläufer Natty Bumppo, genannt Lederstrumpf, der diesmal an den Ufern des Lake Ontario gegen Intrigen, feindliche Überfälle und innere Zweifel kämpft. Dabei begegnet er nicht nur gefährlichen Gegnern, sondern auch der Liebe – und muss sich zwischen Herz und Pflicht entscheiden. Cooper erzählt mit epischer Weite und moralischer Tiefe, geprägt von seiner Bewunderung für die Natur und der Auseinandersetzung mit dem Schicksal der indigenen Bevölkerung Nordamerikas.

Die Geschichte spielt während des Franzosen- und Indianerkriegs im 18. Jahrhundert und folgt dem Waldläufer Natty Bumppo (Lederstrumpf), seinem indianischen Gefährten Chingachgook und dessen Sohn Unkas, dem letzten Mohikaner. Auf dramatische Weise verknüpft Cooper Themen wie Naturverbundenheit, koloniale Gewalt, kulturellen Umbruch und persönliche Treue. Ein spannungsgeladenes Epos über den Verlust einer Welt – reich an Naturbildern, Action und emotionaler Tiefe.

Die Geschichte spielt im 18. Jahrhundert in Nordamerika und folgt den Abenteuern von Natty Bumppo, auch bekannt als „Lederstrumpf". Als erfahrener Jäger und Fährtenleser gerät er in den Konflikt zwischen Kolonisten und Ureinwohnern und kämpft für Gerechtigkeit in der unerbittlichen Wildnis. Coopers Roman ist ein Meilenstein der Abenteuerliteratur und fasziniert bis heute mit seinen spannenden Jagdszenen, Naturbeschreibungen und packenden Kämpfen.