10 Memorable characters from Books Whose Names Begin with ‘U’

10 Memorable characters from Books Whose Names Begin with ‘U’

Join us as we delve into the world of fiction and explore 10 memorable characters from books whose names begin with ‘U’.

Uriah Heep (“David Copperfield” by Charles Dickens)

Uriah Heep (“David Copperfield” by Charles Dickens)

From Charles Dickens’ “David Copperfield,” Uriah Heep is a villain known for deception and manipulation.

Ursula Brangwen (“Women in Love” by D.H. Lawrence)

Ursula Brangwen (“Women in Love” by D.H. Lawrence)

From D.H. Lawrence’s “Women in Love,” Ursula Brangwen is fiercely independent. She defies societal expectations

Ugluk (“The Lord of the Rings” by J.R.R. Tolkien)

Ugluk (“The Lord of the Rings” by J.R.R. Tolkien)

The fearsome orc commander from J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic fantasy “The Lord of the Rings,” Ugluk strikes fear into the hearts of his enemies

Ulysses (“The Odyssey” by Homer)

Ulysses (“The Odyssey” by Homer)

The legendary hero of Homer’s epic poem “The Odyssey,” Ulysses embarks on a perilous journey home after the Trojan War

Uncle Vanya (“Uncle Vanya” by Anton Chekhov)

Uncle Vanya (“Uncle Vanya” by Anton Chekhov)

The disillusioned protagonist of Anton Chekhov’s eponymous play, Uncle Vanya grapples with existential angst and profound disillusionment

Uhtred of Bebbanburg (“The Saxon Stories” series by Bernard Cornwell)

Uhtred of Bebbanburg (“The Saxon Stories” series by Bernard Cornwell)

The valiant warrior from Bernard Cornwell’s “The Saxon Stories” series, Uhtred of Bebbanburg embarks on a quest for vengeance and redemption

Uncle Scrooge McDuck (“Donald Duck” comics by Carl Barks)

Uncle Scrooge McDuck (“Donald Duck” comics by Carl Barks)

A creation of Carl Barks, Uncle Scrooge McDuck is an iconic Disney character. Known for his adventurous spirit, he has a thirst for adventure.

Uma (“The God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy)

Uma (“The God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy)

The rebellious protagonist of Arundhati Roy’s “The God of Small Things,” Uma defies societal norms and challenges the oppressive caste system

Ursula (“The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen)  

Ursula (“The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen)  

The enigmatic sea witch from Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid,” Ursula weaves a spellbinding tale of transformation

Usher (“The Fall of the House of Usher” by Edgar Allan Poe)

Usher (“The Fall of the House of Usher” by Edgar Allan Poe)

The protagonist in Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher,” Usher embodies decay and madness.