James Fenimore Cooper
Lesson plans for
The Last of the Mohicans
James Fenimore Cooper at Perspectives in American Literature
Bibliography, major themes, contributions to American literature, his apparent attitude toward Native Americans, and an interesting chart comparing and contrasting the Leatherstocking Tales.
James Fenimore Cooper Society Home Page
Dedicated to promoting the study of the life and works of James Fenimore Cooper, encouraging the enjoyment of his novels and appreciation of his ideas, and providing useful information to students, scholars, and readers.
"Storm and Shipwreck"
Background and text of a section from
Ned Meyers
. Meyers was serving aboard the USS
Scourge
in Lake Ontario when it unexpectedly encountered a storm. This passage describes the sailors’ terrifying and tragic night.