The Pioneers or The Sources of the Susquehanna

The Pioneers, also known as The Sources of the Susquehanna, is a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the lives of a group of pioneers who settle in the fictional town of Templeton, located in Otsego County, New York. The main character of the book is Natty Bumppo, a frontiersman who is also known as ""Hawkeye"" and ""Leatherstocking"". The story explores the themes of the American frontier, the clash between civilization and wilderness, and the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers. The book also delves into the political and social issues of the time, including the impact of the American Revolution on the frontier, the struggle for land ownership, and the tension between the new American government and the Native American tribes. Throughout the novel, Cooper paints a vivid picture of life on the frontier, describing the natural beauty of the landscape, the challenges of survival in the wilderness, and the harsh realities of frontier life. The characters in the book are complex and multi-dimensional, with their own personal struggles and conflicts. Overall, The Pioneers is a classic work of American literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the American frontier. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, literature, or culture.1926. The Pioneers introduces the character of Natty Bumppo, the pioneer scout and natural man uncorrupted by civilization. Cooper wrote other novels featuring Natty Bumppo and collectively they are known as the Leather-Stocking Tales after the leggings Natty wore. The stories deal with the adventures of the frontier and present a colorful picture of Indian and pioneer life. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.