John Gardner, the author of Grendel, develops an argument for why Grendel is not evil by primarily portraying Grendel's moral dilemma and inner conflict.
John Gardner, the author of Grendel, develops an argument for why Grendel is not evil by primarily portraying Grendel's moral dilemma and inner conflict (A). By exploring Grendel's perspective, Gardner humanizes the character and shows that his actions are not purely driven by evil intentions. For example, Grendel struggles with his role as a monster and questions the nature of his existence, raising moral questions about good and evil.