CULTURAL AND POLITICAL ROLE OF JAMES FENIMORE COOPER'S NOVELS IN AMERICA
Keywords:
James Fenimore Cooper, American literature, National identity, Native Americans, Frontier, Democracy, Expansionism, 19th-century AmericaAbstract
This paper examines the cultural and political significance of James Fenimore Cooper’s novels in 19th-century America. Through an analysis of key works such as The Last of the Mohicans and The Deerslayer, the study explores how Cooper’s narratives helped shape American national identity, engage with Native American issues, and reflect democratic ideals. The research also highlights Cooper’s critique of modernization and his influence on political discourse related to expansionism and American exceptionalism. The findings demonstrate that Cooper’s literary contributions were integral to the cultural and political landscape of early America.
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