Helpful Score: 4
A totally unprepared idealistic dumb-ass decides to try living in the wilderness of Alaska and doesn't make it. I feel sorry for him and his family. But it was his own stupid decision.
I like other books by Krakauer, so my dislike of this one has nothing to do with the author or writing style-it was well researched and written. But, I think the guy who did this was in way over his head, perhaps a bit delusional. The story was a real bummer. Reading the book made me decide I have no desire to see the movie.
If you like stories were people set out to do things that are not a good idea, without a safe plan, and don't make it, this book is for you!
I like other books by Krakauer, so my dislike of this one has nothing to do with the author or writing style-it was well researched and written. But, I think the guy who did this was in way over his head, perhaps a bit delusional. The story was a real bummer. Reading the book made me decide I have no desire to see the movie.
If you like stories were people set out to do things that are not a good idea, without a safe plan, and don't make it, this book is for you!
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