Humans are creatures of this planet who act in complex ways. A writer's work is often defined as a way to reveal the complexity of people's characteristics and to illustrate them. John Steinbeck, the author of Of Mice and Men, exemplifies a multitude of characters who lead an overall solitary existence. Although most are unhappy, Lennie Small is a loving and understanding man. Lennie has the unfortunate aptitude for wreaking massive destruction in the lives of others, even though it was never intended. Lennie Short, who is one of the main characters in the story Of Mice and Men, has distinctive characteristics that reveal the true meaning of the book. The complexity of Lennie's nature is so inspiring that the story, Of Mice and Men, is often considered one of the greatest works of short fiction of all time. Predominantly, Lennie is a kind-hearted and naive soul who is unfortunately mentally disabled. Lennie also has a very particular external characteristic, his size. As a huge individual, Lennie is magnificently strong and never intentionally causes harm to other beings. In contrast to his size, Lennie loves everything about fluffy mice, puppies, Curley's wife and especially rabbits. It is for this reason that readers find the book extraordinary. In a secluded setting at the beginning of the story, Lennie says to George “But I wouldn't eat any of it, George. I would leave everything for you. You could cover the beans in it and I wouldn't touch one. (page) This quote expresses the views of the author, Johns Steinbeck, on Lennie, starting the book by showing multiple acts of benevolence towards Lennie's partner, George. Even though Lennie is a human beast and is capable of severe destruction, he is an empath… middle of paper… nothing,” (100). He covered his body with hay and then disappeared from the barn with a puppy in hand . Lennie never intended to kill or even hurt Curley's wife, but due to his strength and mental inability to carry out his actions, Curley's death was inevitable positive but depressing read for me. My reaction to the look of the novel was a bit disgusted, due to the derogatory writing the author depicted towards the mentally disabled, women and African Americans in that time period this novel I learned mostly about perspective what eye-opening looks like. I hope that a 21st century student will take away from this book the concept of perspective, empathy, and characterization, tying all those thoughts back to Carlson's words: “Now, what. the hell do you suppose I'm eating those two boys?" (Last page)