Business Quote by James Fenimore Cooper
““... As for me, I taught the lad the real character of a rifle; and well has he paid me for it. I have fought at his side in many a bloody scrimmage; and so long as I could hear the crack of his piece in one ear, and that of the Sagamore in the other, I knew no enemy was on my back. Winters and summers, nights and days, have we roved the wilderness in company, eating of the same dish, one sleeping while the other watched; and afore it shall be said that Uncas was taken to the torment, and I at hand - There is but a single ruler of us all, whatever maybe the color of the skin, and him I call to witness - that before the Mohican boy shall perish for the want of a friend, good faith shall depart the 'arth and 'Kill-deer' become as harmless as the tooting we'pon of the singer!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper, 1826
A deep bond of loyalty and shared hardship can make comrades feel invincible against any foe.
In simple terms: True friendship makes you feel safe.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and protect loyal companions.
Themes
friendship
loyalty
war
survival
Mood
reflective
gritty
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- military campaigns
- exploration
- long journeys
- dangerous missions
Key Concepts
trust
shared experience
mutual dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you support a friend in danger?
- What does loyalty cost you?
A Different Perspective
Even the strongest bonds can be tested by betrayal or loss.
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