Into The Wild

INTO THE WILD,a book written by Jon Krakauer, is about Chris McCandless, who hitchhiked to Alaska to live in the wilderness alone. After more than 100 days, he died of starvation. Instead of judging him as right or wrong, the writer tries to display his background and his inspirations. Why exactly did Chris McCandless venture out to live in the wilderness is open to discussion. It seems to be a combination of family ills, classic works of literature, and a need to measure himself. He had a obsessive vision.

He wanted to challenge the modern lifestyle of having a career and making money. He thought life was worth more.

Growing up is tough. When you are young, and on a healthy dosage of literature, we see the world idealistically. We ask ourselves, why is the world so messed up? Why does it seem the only thing grown-ups want is money? A lot of young people want to challenge that. What's the alternative?

And on the other hand, the parents are slaving away to make money, maybe to earn money for their children. And being so rational, as having a career and making money, parents can't understand why their children take it for granted.
One reason it is tough moving from childhood to adulthood is the leaving behind of your ideals and your dreams. It is tough to accept the world as it is. It is so easy to feel like there's no hope for the world. Society seems backwards. But I think the mistake that most people make is that they give up everything for the rational life. Holding onto your hopes and dreams is equally as important as making money. I think a lot of kids hate their parents because they see a deadness about them. Yeah we're happy you made some money for a roof over our heads and food on the table. But we are living! And Mom and Pop should live too.
Life is horrible and miserable and terrible and cruel. But you need your dreams to keep the lights on. Have some soul, a sense of humour, for God's sake. There is tremendous possibility for joy and revolution in this world! But a lot of people think its all over when you turn 30 or have children. I don't buy it.

I think Chris McCandless had a hard time with his family. I think he had trouble forgiving his parents for their mistakes. I think he was a little selfish, But I do think that his story is remarkable. I think there are few people who even attempt to live out their hopes and dreams like he did. I think he was trying to change the world by changing himself. I think the souls of many people are starving, and the world needs people like him who are willing to risk everything for something they believe in.

Chris McCandless R.I.P.