Human-Animal Bond

Pegasus Summary of Key Points

Pegasus by Danielle Steel tells the multi-generational saga of the Wittgensteins, a wealthy German family, who are forced to flee their homeland with the outbreak of World War II. The family’s only hope for survival lies in their pair of magnificent Lipizzaner stallions, named Pegasus. The narrative spans decades and continents, from war-torn Europe to the sun-baked soils of America, exploring themes of family, loss, survival, and the unbreakable bonds between humans and their animals. Through hardships and trials, the Wittgensteins, along with a diverse cast of characters they meet along their journey, discover the true meaning of home, loyalty, and resilience.