James Fenimore Cooper (Noun)
Meaning
United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- James Fenimore Cooper was a prominent figure in American literature, known for his vivid descriptions of the American wilderness and its native inhabitants.
- The Leatherstocking Tales, a series of novels by James Fenimore Cooper, are considered some of the greatest works of American literature.
- James Fenimore Cooper's writing often explored the clash between European-American culture and the indigenous peoples of North America.
- As a young man, James Fenimore Cooper was fascinated by the stories of his father, a judge and politician who had dealings with the Native American tribes of the region.
- James Fenimore Cooper's most famous novel, "The Last of the Mohicans", has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and television shows over the years.