The Grinch is a character created by Dr. Seuss who hates Christmas. He lives in a cave on a snowy mountaintop, isolated from society. His heart is two sizes too small, and he is filled with bitterness and anger toward the holiday. The Grinch's hatred for Christmas stems from his belief that the season is nothing more than a commercialized excuse to indulge in excessive spending and materialism. He sees the celebration as an empty display of meaningless traditions and rituals. He also resents the cheerful spirit of the holiday, feeling that it mocks his own loneliness and isolation.