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Into the Wild

By: Jon Krakauer
Narrated by: Philip Franklin
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In April 1992 a young man from a well-to-do family hitchhiked to Alaska and walked alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley. His name was Christopher Johnson McCandless. He had given $25,000 in savings to charity, abandoned his car and most of his possessions, burned all the cash in his wallet, and invented a new life for himself...

"Terrifying...Eloquent...A heart-rending drama wandering of human yearning."--The New York Times

"A narrative of arresting force. Anyone who ever fancied wandering off to face nature on its own harsh terms should give a look. It's gripping stuff."--The Washington Post Adventure Travel Adventurers, Explorers & Survival Art & Literature Authors Nature & Ecology North America Outdoors & Nature Science United States Inspiring Heartfelt Thought-Provoking Alaska
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Critic reviews

"A narrative of arresting force. Anyone who ever fancied wandering off to face nature on its own harsh terms should give a look. It's gripping stuff."
—Washington Post

"Compelling and tragic ... Hard to put down."
—San Francisco Chronicle

"Engrossing ... with a telling eye for detail, Krakauer has captured the sad saga of a stubborn, idealistic young man."
—Los Angeles Times Book Review

"It may be nonfiction, but Into the Wild is a mystery of the highest order."
—Entertainment Weekly
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I've watched the film, and found it inspiring. after listening to this book, it has let me understand him more and gave information about Chris that the film doesnt share

best book ever

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A great listen, some beautiful additions in here that really make you feel like you knew Chris in a way. Definitely check out Carine McCandless’ book The Wild Truth too, it’s a perfect companion to this book.

Will definitely listen again.

As close as you’ll get to being on the road with Chris

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I probably won’t be the first to listen to this after seeing the film, and took a while waiting for the Chris Mccandless story as I expected it would purely be about him.

However you are met with a more personal account from Krakauer on his experiences and how they may have similarities. On conclusion to the book I feel it’s a nice touch, definitely would recommend.

Interesting coverage

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Excellent book. Well read. just some mistakes in editing where some phrases are repeated. This happens 3-4 times throughout the book. Other than that, highly recommend the content.

A must read for outdoor enthusiasts.

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The story is well read for the most part, although when the narrator puts on a slight feminine accent for the parts spoken by females it kind of takes you out of the moment. It would have been better to have a female voice those parts. Otherwise a good solid listen.

Interesting story, not the same connection as the actual book

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