James Fenimore Cooper
The Spy
Paperback
(CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform May 6, 2017)
The Spy is a historical novel that was written by James Fenimore Cooper. The book is set during the American Revolution and centers around the life and adventures of Harvey Birch, a character that is based off a real spy who had helped John Jay. The book was published in 1821 and is one of the earliest American novels to gain wide popularity. James Fenimore Cooper was one of the most popular American authors in the early 19th century. Cooper wrote many historical romances that depicted frontier and Indian life. Cooper also served in the U.S. Navy and many of his books were based off his experiences. Cooper's most famous books are the five novels that form The Leatherstocking Tales, especially The Last of the Mohicans which is considered to be his masterpiece.
- ISBN
- 154651712X / 9781546517122
- Pages
- 350
- Weight
- 21.12 oz.
- Dimensions
- 6.0 x 0.79
in.