The Grinch is a well-known character from Dr. Seuss's classic children's book "How the Grinch Stole Christmas". The book tells the story of a grumpy and miserable creature who lives on a mountain overlooking the town of Whoville. The Grinch is a curmudgeon who hates Christmas and all the joy and happiness it brings. One Christmas Eve, the Grinch decides to steal all the presents and decorations from the town in an effort to prevent Christmas from happening.