Chris McCandless

Chris McCandless was an American adventurer who sought a life of simplicity and self-discovery by abandoning society’s comforts. After graduating college, he donated his savings, abandoned his identity, and journeyed into the wilds of Alaska, ultimately living in an abandoned bus. His story, popularized by the book and film "Into the Wild," highlights his desire for independence, connection with nature, and search for meaning beyond material pursuits. McCandless’s life and tragic death evoke questions about human desire for freedom, the risks of wilderness exploration, and the search for authentic life experiences.