The Deerslayer "—New York Times Book Review

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The Deerslayer "—New York Times Book ReviewNatty Bumppo also known as the Deerslayer, the Pathfinder, and Hawkeye returns in this adventure by America's first great novelist. Originally published in 1841, The Deerslayer was the final installment of James Fenimore Cooper's five Leatherstocking Tales, although its action precedes that of the earlier novels. Thus, the story provides a perfect introduction to the series, tracing the young hero's evolution from Deerslayer to Hawkeye. Cooper