Into the Wild

"Into the Wild" is a nonfiction book by Jon Krakauer that tells the true story of Christopher McCandless, a young man who abandoned his conventional life to travel across America and venture into the Alaskan wilderness. Inspired by a desire for adventure and a rejection of society's materialism, he sought deeper meaning in solitude. Tragically, he died in the wild due to starvation and harsh conditions. The book explores themes of freedom, nature, and the consequences of idealism, sparking discussions about self-discovery, the search for purpose, and the risks associated with extreme lifestyles.