Dynamic Character In John Steinbeck's Of Mice And Men

Throughout the book we see an interesting bond between two very different men. George is similar to an older brother and has become responsible for Lennie. Because of his mental disorder Lennie is dependent on George and does whatever he says. They both had plans to spend their futures together. It was very difficult for George to kill Lennie, but he did it out of him love for him, which made it even harder. In that moment it is clear how much George really cares for Lennie. Though their friendship comes an appealing finish it is evident that both characters are extremely close to each other and would go to extreme lengths for one

“Wha’s the matter with me?’ she cried. ‘Ain’t I got a right to talk to nobody? Whatta they think I am, anyways?” (Steinbeck 87) In the novella Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, Curley’s wife is discriminated against because she is a woman living in the 1930s when few females could live economically independent of men. By choosing not to name her, Steinbeck reinforces her insignificance on the ranch and her dependence on Curley. While a misfortunate victim of isolation, Curley’s wife exerts unexpected power attempting to mask her pain.

Lennie is a big and tall man. George and Lennie always travel together. George is responsible for lennie Anne his actions. He is always making sure Lennie is well and staying out of trouble. George is always doing nice things for

George was a good friend to Lennie because he cares for him. Lennie’s aunt died a while back and George promised her that he would take care of Lennie no matter what. George was not forced to watch over Lennie, he made a choice and stuck with it. Also, Lennie was holding a dead mouse and he was petting it. George saw and threw it across the pool. (page 6) He did that so Lennie wouldn’t get sick or a disease. Finally, George and Lennie went to work on a farm and there was a woman. She was a man named Curley’s wife. George had heard that she was trouble and told Lennie to stay away from her so that he wouldn’t get hurt.

The long, hard war of human equality in society, has been a war since the beginning of civilization. The Great Depression, a tragic time in America’s history, reflects American determination, but also social inequality. In the fiction novella, Of Mice and Men, John Steinbeck uses symbolism and characterization to address ableism and sexism in society. Steinbeck addresses these flaws in society in an attempt to ultimately bring awareness these riffs before society falls.

I could also notice when I was reading through the first chapter that George has a sense of authority over Lennie, “you gonna get that wood”. This is like a parent telling a child to do his chores. On some occasions though George shows a bit of hatred towards Lennie, he thinks of what he could have if Lennie wasn’t around and contrasts that with George.

One very large development in George is in the way he interacted with Lennie. He had once admitted to Slim that he has “beat the hell out of him.” Of course, now that they travel together George and Lennie get along with much more ease. One thing though, he still had a very short fuse when it came to Lennie. He would yell at him for forgetting or acting

At this point in the novel, we have heard George mention twice that his life would be improved without Lennie. However, George still seems to feel a need to look out for Lennie. That said, he protects Lennie from conflict by explaining to everyone they meet that he is just a “big kid”.

George could have had a life if it weren’t for Lennie, and that was what he sacrificed. At the end of the book, George makes the decision to

George is the type of person who is temperamental and combative, but also very compassionate. He is also extremely insensitive to Lennie’s mental disability which allows his aggravation get a hold on him. One of George’s imperfections is he does not have much tolerance with Lennie. One example of this in the book is in the beginning of the novel when George and Lennie were going to the

George takes care of Lennie and Lennie is there for George even when George doesn't necessarily want him to be. George knows he could have a better life without Lennie but he can't leave him because he's afraid something will happen to him if he does. Throughout the story however, George’s feelings for Lennie show because he constantly is looking out for him, as shown when he says “If there's any fightin’, Lennie, you keep out of it” (92). Later on, George realizes towards the end of the story that Lennie is what makes him special, showing that he understands he needs him in order to be happy. Even in the end when George shoots him, its to protect Lennie from any pain that would be caused by the other men who are after him, but he is barely able to do it “George raised the gun and his hand shook, and he dropped his hand to the ground again”(146). George’s dream ends with him protecting his best friend until the end, even if he knows it will end his happiness, because it's the right thing to do in the hard situation he

This is important because it shows that George wants to be alone but does not truly want to be lonely. Lennie is George’s responsibility. George views Lennie as a brother, friend, and partner in crime. Without Lennie, George is lonely but he knows that he saves Lennie from his own personal misery in the end. George knows he needs Lennie just as much as Lennie needs him. He needs his friendship and is lonely after he takes that friendship away from himself.

George is basically your average guy and he has known Lennie for a long time and he knew Lennie’s aunt and he promised Lennie’s aunt that he would take care of Lennie and make sure nothing happened to him, Well George did this for a long time and well over the time he should have had to take care of Lennie and there are those times where you have to break a promise as long as it’s for the right reasons. And as said in the story by George “’if I didn’t have you at the end of the week I could take my fifty bucks and

George has the job and responsibility of looking after lennie and helping him each and everyday with basic activities. Lennie on the other hand, has a hard time at remembering things such as what he has to do on a day to day basis. Therefore George is there for him. Without Georges help and strict rules, Lennie would cause even more trouble than he already does. For example, one time george snapped “You ain't gonna put put nothing over me” (Steinbeck, 14). This shows how had to lay down the rules to let lennie know who was always in charge, and to make sure nothing gets avoided. Without Georges power over lennie, Lennie definitely not be where george has helped him to grow to.

Throughout the book, George complains and dreams about what life would be like without Lennie. Although, he could have more money and freedom without Lennie, George knows life would not be the same without him. George is like Lennie’s older brother and both of them would be lost without the other. George’s brotherly instincts are shown in the book by how he is stern with Lennie, he always protects him and he would do anything to keep Lennie out of