The Grinch is a fictional character created by Dr. Seuss who represents the spirit of selfishness and greed. In the classic children's book, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," the Grinch lives alone on a mountain and despises Christmas. He hates the noise and joyfulness that surround the holiday and decides to steal all the presents from the nearby town of Whoville. The Grinch is a powerful symbol of the dangers of selfishness and materialism, as he tries to take away Christmas from everyone else.