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Into The Wild

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1996

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Jon Krakauer

Into The Wild

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

207

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Alaska • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1270L

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Super Short Summary

Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer chronicles Christopher McCandless’s travels across the Western United States and Mexico after graduating from Emory University in 1990, culminating in his 1992 journey to live off the land in Alaska, where he ultimately succumbs to starvation. The narrative is constructed using journal entries, first-person accounts, and family recollections, and is interwoven with Krakauer’s own experiences to create a comprehensive and engaging nonfiction account.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,136,930 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jon Krakauer's Into The Wild is lauded for its compelling narrative and profound exploration of Christopher McCandless's journey. Reviewers appreciate Krakauer's investigative style and emotional depth. However, some critics argue the author romanticizes McCandless's actions and question the thoroughness of his research. Overall, it is an engaging yet polarizing read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Into The Wild?

A reader who enjoys Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer likely has a passion for adventure, nature, and introspection. Fans of works like Wild by Cheryl Strayed or Walden by Henry David Thoreau would find Krakauer's investigative narrative about Chris McCandless’s journey into the Alaskan wilderness compelling and thought-provoking.

4.2

1,136,930 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

207

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Alaska • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1270L

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