Blog #5

Positive traits:

1. Determined

2. Passionate

3. Independent

Negative traits:

1. Proud

2. Delusional

3. Impatient

I find it interesting that my first traits for both of Chris's positive and negative qualities are so similar. Chris is determined: he has a fire of adventure burning inside of him, and he won't let anyone rain on that fire. However, he's so proud that he won't allow anyone to help him with this roaring fire, either. I believe all of his traits intertwine, both the positive and the negative ones. For example, he's so passionate to go on his Alaskan odyssey that he becomes delusional in thinking he can survive through this adventure without taking proper preparation. Also, he's self reliant and rather independent. This causes him to becoMe cynical whilst being around others. The trait that stands our to me more than the rest is his unstoppable passion. Chris goes off of instinct and allows his passion to drive him through his life. It's an admirable quality.

Krakauer vs. McCandless

Similarities:
1. They're both reckless. Page 134
2. Uncontrollable imagination and a craving for adventure in Alaska pg 135
3. Impulsive attitude to leave (when Krakauer quits his job as a carpenter and McCandless throughout the entire book) pg 136
4. Fear and curiosity of death and mortality pg 156
5. Bad relationships with fathers pg 155

Differences:
1. Krakauer survived his Alaskan odyssey and McCandless did not. Pg 155
2. Krakauer doesn't have McCandless's "intellect" or "ideals." pg 155
3. McCandless didn't muah gear to Alaska while Krakauer brought a tent and other helpful supplies pg 146
4. Krakauer used his father's belongings (the tent) while McCandless refuses to even think about accepting any sort of gift from his parents. Pg 147
5. Krakauer used marijuana while McCandless never really hinted at ever having drugs pg 146