75 pages 2 hours read

Jon Krakauer

Into The Wild

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1996

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Reviews & Readership

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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.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

790L

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Music
Genre
Action / Adventure
American Literature