The Grinch is a character from the beloved children's story "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" by Dr. Seuss. The story tells the tale of the Grinch, a creature who lives on a mountain overlooking the small village of Whoville. The Grinch is a miserable, grouchy character who despises the Christmas holiday and all the joy and merriment it brings. He is determined to ruin Christmas for the Whos in Whoville, so he comes up with a plan to steal all the presents and decorations.