Symbolism in Animal Farm

Old Major

A highly respected boar who inspires the rebellion with his vision of a utopian society where animals are free.

Napoleon

The main antagonist who becomes the tyrannical leader of Animal Farm.

Snowball

An intelligent and passionate leader who is eventually exiled by Napoleon.

Mr. Jones

The original owner of Manor Farm; neglectful and cruel to the animals.

Boxer

A hardworking and loyal cart horse, strong but not intelligent.

Clover

A hardworking and loyal cart horse who is caring.

Muriel

A knowledgeable and literate goat who reads the commandments to others.

Benjamin

A cynical and skeptical donkey who doubts the revolution's success.

Moses

A tame raven who tells animals about Sugarcandy Mountain.

Squealer

A persuasive and manipulative pig who spreads Napoleon's propaganda.

Mollie

A vain and materialistic horse who misses the comforts of human attention.

Pilkington

Owner of Foxwood Farm; represents capitalist countries.

Frederick

Owner of Pinchfield Farm; untrustworthy and cruel.

The Dogs (That Were Puppies)

Fiercely loyal to Napoleon, enforcing his rule.

Foxwood

A large, neglected farm neighboring Animal Farm.

Pinchfield

A small, well-managed but aggressive farm.

Manor Farm

The farm's original name under Mr. Jones.

Animal Farm

The new name for the farm after the animals' rebellion.

Animalism

The philosophy promoting equality and shared labor.

The Commandments

The seven original rules meant to uphold equality on the farm.

Bluebell & Pincher

Two dogs who are the parents of the puppies trained by Napoleon.

Beasts of England

The song that represents the hope of freedom and rebellion.

Sugarcandy Mountain

A utopian place described by Moses where animals go after death.