A comprehensive analysis of Curley's character in Of Mice and Men, exploring his complex personality traits and relationships. This character study examines his insecurities, power dynamics, and violent tendencies that shape his role in Steinbeck's narrative.
• Curley character analysis reveals him as an insecure, aggressive individual whose behavior stems from deep-seated personal issues
• His position as the boss's son creates a power dynamic that influences his interactions with other ranch workers
• Physical characteristics and actions reflect his violent nature and inability to maintain healthy relationships
• His relationship with Curley's wife demonstrates his neglectful and possessive nature
• The character serves as a representation of toxic masculinity in 1930s America
