Pop Culture and Fictional Characters

Perry the Bull was chosen as the mascot for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England.

In Nicholas Evans' novel The Horse Whisperer, Pilgrim is a horse that suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder after a near-fatal accident.

Elyne Mitchell's The Silver Brumby features a wild stallion named The Silver Brumby, who roams the Australian Snowy Mountains.

In Enid Bagnold's National Velvet, Velvet Brown longs to own and ride a horse named The Piebald in the Grand National.

In S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders, Ponyboy Curtis rides a horse named Mickey Mouse.

In C.S. Lewis' The Horse and His Boy, Hwin is a talking horse who befriends Shasta and helps him escape from Calormen.

Fun Home is a graphic memoir written and illustrated by Alison Bechdel. It was published in 2006 and tells the story of Bechdel's relationship with her father.

Smile is a graphic novel written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier. It was published in 2010 and tells the story of Telgemeier's childhood and her experiences with dental problems.

Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, is famous for its 'Space Mountain' roller coaster, which takes riders on an exhilarating journey through space. It's one of the park's most iconic attractions and a must-ride for thrill-seekers.

Kennywood Park's 'The Thunderbolt' is a classic wooden roller coaster that has been operating since 1921. It's one of the oldest and most beloved wooden coasters in the world, offering a thrilling ride through twists, turns, and drops.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's 'Cheetah Hunt' is a thrilling roller coaster that simulates the speed and agility of a cheetah. It takes riders on a high-speed adventure through the African Serengeti, with close encounters with wild animals.

Universal Orlando Resort's 'Jurassic World VelociCoaster' is a state-of-the-art roller coaster that takes riders on a thrilling journey through the world of 'Jurassic Park'. It features innovative technology, high-speed twists, and immersive theming.

Hersheypark's 'Great Bear' is a steel roller coaster that stands out with its unique lift hill, where the train is pulled backward before being released into a thrilling drop through a tunnel. It's a popular attraction for its exciting ride experience.

Dollywood's 'Lightning Rod' is a wooden roller coaster that stands out for its innovative design and thrilling ride experience. It features a high-speed ride through the mountains, with steep drops and exciting twists.

Universal Studios Hollywood's 'The Incredible Hulk Coaster' is a thrilling roller coaster that takes riders on a high-speed journey through the world of Marvel's Incredible Hulk. It features immersive theming, special effects, and exciting twists and drops.