James Fenimore Cooper was a popular American writer in 19th century. He was best known for his historical romances. Before his writer career, he served in the U.S. Navy as a Midshipman, which greatly influenced many of his novels and other writings.
The action of the book was in the 1740's. French and Indian wars have begun, the novel opens as Deerslayer and his friend Hurry Harry travel to Tom Hutter's house in the North of New York state. Hurry plans to marry Tom's daughter, while Deerslayer aimed to help his close friend Chingachgook to save his bride What adventures did they face? Read the story to know!