The Last of the Mohicans (novel)

*The Last of the Mohicans* is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper set during the French and Indian War in 1757. It follows Hawkeye, a white frontiersman, and his Mohican companions, Chingachgook and Uncas, as they navigate the dangers of war, wilderness, and cultural conflicts. The story highlights themes of loyalty, bravery, and racial identity, centered around their efforts to protect two young women from allied Native tribes and British soldiers. Through adventurous encounters and dramatic relationships, the novel explores the complex relationships between Europeans, Native Americans, and the natural landscape of early America.