There's also the Mockingjay from 'The Hunger Games'. The Mockingjay becomes a symbol of resistance against the Capitol. It was originally a tool of the Capitol, but Katniss turns it into a sign of hope and rebellion. In 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', the Cheshire Cat is famous. It represents mystery and the fluid nature of Wonderland, often popping up unexpectedly and giving Alice cryptic advice.
One of the most famous is 'The Jungle Book' by Rudyard Kipling. It has many animal characters like Mowgli's wolf family, Baloo the bear, and Bagheera the panther. Another is 'Charlotte's Web' which centers around a pig named Wilbur and a spider named Charlotte. Their friendship is the heart of the story.
One is 'The Little Prince' where the fox is a key animal. It imparts wisdom to the little prince about seeing the essential in things. Another is 'Phantom of the Opera' which isn't mainly about animals but has a horse - drawn carriage in it, adding to the atmosphere of 19th - century Paris. Also, 'Candide' by Voltaire may mention animals in passing as part of the descriptions of different landscapes and situations.
In Greek mythology, Pegasus is a very famous flying horse. It was born from the blood of Medusa and became a symbol of inspiration. Another one is the Tortoise from Aesop's fables. In the story of 'The Tortoise and the Hare', the tortoise wins the race against the overconfident hare by being slow and steady.
One significance is that they add novelty. When we see animals acting like humans in a novel, it catches our attention. For example, in 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', the Cheshire Cat is an anthropomorphic animal that is both mysterious and comical. It stands out in the story.
One significance is that they make the story more accessible. Since readers can easily relate to the human - like qualities of these animals. For example, in 'Charlotte's Web', Wilbur the pig is like a child who needs protection and friendship. It's easier for readers, especially children, to understand the story's emotions through this anthropomorphic character.
One famous animal in Odia stories is the elephant. Elephants are often depicted as strong and noble creatures. For example, in some tales, elephants are shown as carriers of the gods, symbolizing power and divinity.
One famous animal in war stories is War Horse. Joey, the horse in the story, was sent to the front lines during World War I. He endured many hardships and faced danger but also showed great courage. Another is Rin Tin Tin, a dog that became a hero in World War I. He was found on the battlefield and went on to star in movies, becoming a symbol of loyalty. And there was also Cher Ami, a pigeon that delivered important messages during the war, despite being shot and injured.
The story of the Tortoise and the Hare is very famous. The hare was so confident in his speed that he took a nap during a race against the tortoise. Meanwhile, the slow - moving tortoise just kept going steadily. In the end, the tortoise won the race, teaching us the lesson that slow and steady wins the race.
One famous dialog is from 'Pride and Prejudice' - 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' This sets the stage for the whole story about marriage and social status in the Regency era.
The picture of 'Afghan Girl' by Steve McCurry is very famous. Although it's a portrait of a human girl, her eyes are like those of a wild animal, full of mystery and a story of hardship. In the animal world, there's the picture of a polar bear on a small ice floe, which tells the story of the impact of climate change on their habitats. Another one is the picture of a group of elephants walking in a line through the savannah, which can be seen as a story of family and migration.