McCandless, Carine
The Wild Truth
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007585137
- author:
- McCandless, Carine
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Element
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 13.3 x 2 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Social & Health Issues, Child Abuse,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Wild Truth: The Secrets that Drove Chris McCandless Into the Wild The story of Chris McCandless, who gave away his savings, hitchhiked to Alaska, and starved to death in 1992, has fascinated many, but the real story of his life and journey has not yet been fully told. His best friend and sister, Carine McCandless, finally reveals the broader and deeper reality about life in the McCandless family. Growing up in a troubled and volatile household, Carine witnessed firsthand the dysfunctional and violent family dynamic that made Chris willing to embrace the harsh wilderness of Alaska. Behind closed doors, her father's violent outbursts and abuse had a profound impact on the family, shaping Chris's decision to leave it all behind. This book offers a new perspective on the life of Chris McCandless, one that sheds light on the complex and often painful family dynamics that drove him to make the choices he did.
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