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Describe Davis Gulch.
Describe Davis Gulch.
Davis Gulch exists as a deep, twisting gash in the slickrock, narrow enough in places to spit across, lined by overhanging sandstone walls that bar access to the canyon floor.
Who is Everett Ruess and how does he parallel Chris McCandless?
Who is Everett Ruess and how does he parallel Chris McCandless?
He is a man who loved the wilderness and died because of it. Chris had the same feeling.
What quote to Westerberg makes McCandless echo the thoughts of Ruess?
What quote to Westerberg makes McCandless echo the thoughts of Ruess?
"I've decided that I'm going to live this life for some time to come. The freedom and simple beauty of it is just too good to pass up."
What was Ruess, like McCandless, 'undeterred' by?
What was Ruess, like McCandless, 'undeterred' by?
What did Ruess do with his name when embarking on his journey?
What did Ruess do with his name when embarking on his journey?
When does Ken Sleight, the investigator, believe Ruess died?
When does Ken Sleight, the investigator, believe Ruess died?
What is thought to have happened to Ruess?
What is thought to have happened to Ruess?
How does this chapter drive Krakauer's purpose?
How does this chapter drive Krakauer's purpose?
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Davis Gulch
Davis Gulch
Deep, twisting canyon with overhanging sandstone walls that limit access to the canyon floor.
Everett Ruess
Everett Ruess
An adventurer who loved the wilderness and likely died because of it, mirroring Chris McCandless's ideals and fate.
McCandless's quote to Westerberg
McCandless's quote to Westerberg
McCandless told Westerberg, "I've decided that I'm going to live this life for some time to come. The freedom and simple beauty of it is just too good to pass up."
Ruess's resilience
Ruess's resilience
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Ruess's anonymity
Ruess's anonymity
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Sleight's theory on Ruess's death
Sleight's theory on Ruess's death
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Possible cause of Ruess's death
Possible cause of Ruess's death
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Krakauer's purpose in relating Ruess's story
Krakauer's purpose in relating Ruess's story
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Study Notes
Davis Gulch
- A narrow, winding canyon characterized by a deep, twisting gash in the slickrock.
- Overhanging sandstone walls restrict access to its floor, creating a secluded and dramatic landscape.
Everett Ruess
- A wilderness enthusiast who shared a deep affinity for nature, reminiscent of Chris McCandless.
- Both individuals experienced fatal consequences due to their adventures in the wild.
Quote from Westerberg
- "I've decided that I'm going to live this life for some time to come. The freedom and simple beauty of it is just too good to pass up." This quote reflects McCandless's alignment with Ruess's ideals.
Physical Discomfort
- Ruess, much like McCandless, showed resilience and was undeterred by challenges and hardships encountered during their journeys.
Name Change
- Ruess altered his name while embarking on his travels, signifying a transformative journey and a quest for identity.
Ken Sleight's Belief
- Investigator Ken Sleight theorizes that Ruess likely drowned during his adventures, suggesting a tragic end to his explorations.
Fate of Ruess
- It is speculated that Ruess may have fallen to his death during his wilderness excursions, highlighting the perils of his lifestyle.
Krakauer's Purpose
- This chapter emphasizes that there are many individuals like Alex McCandless, illustrating a recurring theme of adventure-seeking and its inherent dangers.
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