My perceptions of Chris McCandless actually have not changed since I started and finished this book. I recalled the first pages when I thought he was still an idealistic, enthusiastic young man, whom I believe deserved to have such freedom like that. However, there are somehow a few changes in my thoughts about Chris I have noticed throughout the story.
First, I understand more why Chris wanted to abandon his future, society, and especially his family to be reborn and live to the fullest. I saw his disgust to his parents who created an unhappy life for their child, Chris. They should have prepared him for the path, not the path for him. The path made Chris live in the life he does not want to live despite the fact he's a very talented kid.
Second, I understand how Chris got influenced from Jack London and Thoreau to fell in love with the nature. It is amazing to survive in such a long time out there like Chris did. He is not foolish but very brave and praiseworthy. Unfortunately, Chris was just a little unprepared and unlucky as well.
Despite his death, I think he was happy to finally achieve his goal and find his idea of living life. He won over the materialistic life and all the obligations.
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