Personification/Motif

Personification is a motif in Christopher Mouse. The element supports the theme that animals have feelings, too. The author personifies most - but not all - animals in the book to provide readers with an understanding of the animals' thoughts and feelings. The personification also provides a way for readers to connect personally with the animal characters and serves as a reminder to treat all pets with respect and kindness. The personification instructs readers to take good care of their pets because the animals depend on them.

By giving Christopher human traits such as the ability to read and write poems and a diary, the author personifies his character and makes him more than 'just a mouse' as he is seen by many people in the book. Christopher's first owner, Freddy, loves him but sees him as a trinket that can be traded to make...