Overview
This modern nonfiction classic investigates the true story of Christopher McCandless—a bright, idealistic young man who gave up modern life to explore the Alaskan wilderness. Into the Wild is a powerful exploration of freedom, isolation, and the cost of living by one’s principles.
With vivid writing and journalistic insight, Jon Krakauer invites students to explore themes of nature, risk, identity, and the conflict between societal expectations and personal values. The book challenges readers to consider: what does it mean to live fully?
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- High school English, philosophy, or psychology classes
- Nonfiction units and memoir studies
- Book clubs and college-prep literature groups
- Ethics and environmental education programs
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This book title, Into the Wild, ISBN: 9780385486804, by Jon Krakauer, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (January 20, 1997) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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