The Grinch, a mischievous and grumpy creature from the classic Dr. Seuss book "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," is known for his hatred of Christmas and his attempts to ruin the holiday for the Whos down in Whoville. The Grinch, who lives in a cave on Mount Crumpit above the town, despises Christmas because of the noise and revelry that he can hear from his home. His heart is two sizes too small, making him selfish and mean-spirited.