War and Peace · Character
Rook
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 35
Rook has the handsome presence of a horse worth noticing, though one resting foot hints at a weakness. There is a tired, watchful quality to him, as if each movement asks for a little more effort.
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 35
- Books
- 1
Rook is Rostóv’s handsome but game-legged horse, recognizable by the foot he rests when standing. In the confusion of battle he labors on, flanks drooping as he swerves and gallops beneath his rider. His broken leg brings him down, pinning Rostóv’s leg and ending his brief, hard-fought part in the story.
Description
Rook is described as a handsome horse with a game leg, often standing with one foot held off the ground. His flanks droop when he is exhausted, and his movement can turn from a wavering, labored pace to a gallop. The text does not specify his coat color, breed, height, or tack. His uneven stance is his clearest distinguishing feature.
Connections
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Nicholas Rostóvowner and horse
Rostóv rides Rook, a horse he bought from Telyánin. Though the horse has a game leg, Rostóv is fond of him and thinks him handsome.
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Telyáninformer owner and seller of the horse
Telyánin sold Rook to Rostóv for far more than the horse was worth and offers advice about treating its cracked hoof.
Story so far
BOOK 1War and Peace
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