Of Mice And Men Lennie's Relationship

Lennie’s big body is just a container for his big heart. Lennie's relationships with other characters in "Of Mice and Men" shows the reader how Lennie is kind. Lennie is kind to George even when he is tough on him, he showed kindness to Curley by not hurting him when he had the chance, and he’s kind to Candy even tough he’s disabled. These are just some examples of how Lennie is nice to everyone he meets.

Throughout "Of Mice and Men," Lennie's interactions with George highlight his kind and caring nature. From the beginning, Lennie forms a close bond with George, whom he looks up to and relies on for guidance, “Oh, so ya forgot that too, did ya? Well, I aint gonna remind ya, fear ya do it again.” pg 17. Even when George is frustrated with him, Lennie remains devoted to him and always seeks to please him. Despite George being his caregiver, Lennie treats him as a close friend and confidante, showing an unwavering commitment to their shared dream of owning a farm. Lennie's constant desire to please George and make him proud highlights his selflessness and his willingness to prioritize the needs of others over his own.

While Lennie's relationship with Curley may not exemplify his kindness, it does illustrate his complexity as a character and his capacity for both violence and tenderness. Lennie's fascination with Curley's wife and his inability to understand the consequences of his actions ultimately leads to a violent confrontation with Curley. However, in the midst of this altercation, Lennie does not act out of malice or aggression but rather in self-defense, showcasing his innate desire to protect himself and those he cares about, “I didn’t wanna, Lennie cried. I didn’t wanna hurt him” pg 64. Moreover, Lennie's refusal to fight back once he has already gained the upper hand highlights his reluctance to harm others and his desire to avoid