The group rests at the site of an old battle. Magua escapes as the group continues to move towards the safety of the fort. Hawkeye and the Mohicans defeat the Hurons and rescue the captured members of the group. Magua’s true intentions become more apparent. Heyward makes a plea for the women’s release. Cora attempts to assist Hawkeye and his companions, but is caught and reprimanded. The prisoners are questioned and moved to a tactical position near the shore.

Heyward, Cora, Alice, and Gamut attempt to hide from the enemy, but are eventually discovered by Magua and taken prisoner. The group leaves the hideout seeking refuge elsewhere.Īn Iroquois attack wounds Gamut and Heyward. Nearby wolves make Hawkeye fearful that the enemy is close. Hawkeye guides the group to safety rather than risk an encounter with enemy tribes. Attempts to capture the traitorous Huron are unsuccessful. Heyward and Hawkeye’s groups encounter each other.

The hear a party is approaching on horseback. Hawkeye, the white hunter, and Chingachgook, a mohican, discuss current events while Uncas trails Maqua tribesmen.

The group encounters an interesting stranger along the way. Magua agrees to lead Alice, Cora, and Major Heyward to Fort William Henry by means of a secret path. The French and Indian war rages on as the author describes the many dangers of the land surrounding the Fort William Henry. The Author’s introduction is presented to the reader, giving some some insight into the interaction between native tribes and white settlers. The Last of the Mohicans is a novel that takes place during the French and Indian War following the adventures of Nathaniel 'Natty' Bumppo and his two Mohican companions as they attempt to rescue the daughters of a British commander.Ĭooper, J.

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