The story “of Mice and Men,” by John Steinbeck, depicts Lennie, a very innocent child-like character, who is never held accountable for his actions because of his mental state which ultimately leads to his own demise. “Of Mice and Men,” takes place in the 1930’s an revolves around two main characters, Lennie and George. Since Lennie is incapable of taking care of himself, George has taken him under his wing and saved him from many situations where Lennie was unable to manage on his own. By the end of the story Lennie’s blind loyalty and innocent mindset are unable to save Lennie from his reoccurring mistakes. Steinbeck provides a textbook example of how innocence will not always save people from their actions and how there are always consequences.…