The development of the image of chingachgook through the novels of the pentalogy the leatherstocking tales by james fenimore cooper
Abstract
This article explores the evolution of the character Chingachgook, a Native American of the Delaware tribe, in James Fenimore Cooper’s pentalogy The Leatherstocking Tales. Through an in-depth analysis of the five novels—The Deerslayer, The Last of the Mohicans, The Pathfinder, The Pioneers, and The Prairie—this study examines how Cooper develops Chingachgook's image as a symbol of noble savagery, loyalty, and the tragic decline of Native American culture. The article discusses the methods used for literary analysis, including character development and thematic exploration, to understand Cooper’s portrayal of the “noble savage” archetype and its implications.
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Chingachgook, James Fenimore Cooper, The Leatherstocking Tales, Native American portrayalHow to Cite
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