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What happened in chapter 15 of Into the Wild?
Lesson Summary Chapter 15 of Into the Wild allows us to see the culmination of Jon Krakauer’s solo climb up the dangerous Devil’s Thumb mountain in Alaska. We gain insight into his desire to take such a seemingly reckless journey through his challenging relationship with his inflexible, driven father, Lewis Krakauer.
Who is the protagonist of chapter 15 Into the Wild?
Summary: Chapter 15 Krakauer remains in his tent for several days because of foul weather. After three days, he gets so restless that he smokes his only marijuana cigarette, which makes him hungry. He lights his stove to make oatmeal and accidentally sets his tent on fire.
How many chapters are in Into the Wild?
18 chapters
The next section provides an overview of each of the 18 chapters, including the epilogue and afterward.
How does Krakauer believe Chris died?
In “Into the Wild,” his best-selling 1996 book, Krakauer said McCandless died from eating poisonous seeds of the wild potato, not from starvation.
How did Chris get to Alaska?
McCandless hitchhiked through Canada and reached Fairbanks via the Alaska Highway on April 25, 1992. Three days later he hitched another ride southwest to the Stampede Trail.
Does Krakauer understand McCandless?
Unlike McCandless, Krakauer comes with a map and three companions. Krakauer notes that if McCandless had a map, he would have realized it was not impossible to cross the Teklanika River and he might have survived. However, Krakauer still does not understand why McCandless died at the bus.
Who is Stuckey Into the Wild?
He spends two days at the Liard River before making friends with Gaylord Stuckey, a truck driver who reluctantly gives “Alex” a ride. They converse for the few days the drive takes — discussing McCandless’s family, his father’s bigamy, and his own desire to live off the land.
What happened April 15 1992 Into the Wild?
April 13–15, 1992: Stops at Liard Hot Springs in British Columbia, Canada, where he is stuck for two days before hitching a ride with Gaylord Stuckey in the cab of his sunflower-seed-hauling truck. April 18, 1992: Hitchhikes north. Takes a photo of the sign that marks the official start of the Alaska Highway.