NCERT · Class 10 · English · Footprints Without Feet: Footprints without FeetWhy did Griffin go to the village of Iping? What was his behavior towards the innkeeper's wife?

Griffin decided to leave noisy London because he wanted some solitude and felt that he could no longer hide safely in the crowded city without clothes or money. Therefore, he stole some more money and caught a train to the remote village of Iping, booking two rooms at a local inn owned by Mr. and Mrs. Hall. His behavior towards the innkeeper's wife, Mrs. Hall, was extremely rude, hostile, and eccentric. Mrs. Hall tried very hard to be friendly and hospitable, attempting to make conversation and understand her strange guest. However, Griffin bluntly told her that he had a desire for solitude and did not wish to be disturbed, adding that an accident had affected his face. His cold demeanor, bandaged face, and mysterious actions deeply unnerved her.