Ah, animals in Cather's work, a fascinating topic! Let me entertain you with one example. In Cather's novel "My Ántonia," she uses the image of a snake to describe a certain character's behavior. Now, snakes are notorious for their stealth and cunning, right? Well, in the story, Cather describes Wick Cutter, a rather sly and deceitful individual, as a "snake in the grass." This comparison not only conjures up the image of someone who is sneaky and dishonest but also adds a touch of humor to the scene. It's as if Cather is saying, "Beware of this guy, he slithers around all slimy and slippery like a snake!" So, Cather cleverly uses this animal imagery to convey the essence of Wick's behavior in a memorable and amusing way.
