the deerslayer [Hardcover] wyss, david [illustrated by louis rhead]

Description

1910 Edition. Hardcover is in good condition besides wear along edges and corners as well as spine. A few loose pages. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is broken but intact.

This 1910 edition of “The Deerslayer” by James Fenimore Cooper is a true literary treasure. Illustrated by the renowned artist Louis Rhead, this volume captures the essence of Cooper’s classic tale of the American frontier. Set in the 1740s during the French and Indian War, “The Deerslayer” is the first book in Cooper’s celebrated Leatherstocking Tales series, which follows the adventures of the skilled hunter and woodsman Natty Bumppo.

Rhead’s exquisite illustrations, executed in a distinctive Art Nouveau style, perfectly complement Cooper’s vivid descriptions of the untamed wilderness and the clash of cultures between European settlers and Native Americans. Despite the wear and tear of over a century, this edition retains its charm and historical significance, offering a glimpse into the early days of American literature and the enduring appeal of Cooper’s iconic hero.

Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the opportunity to own a piece of literary history, a tangible connection to the formative years of the American novel and the captivating tales that helped shape the nation’s cultural identity.