This level of preparation tells us that McCandless was not simply acting on "romantic silliness" but that he really did have a clear plan and a big understanding of the challenges he would probably face. Diving deeper into this, McCandless's decision to go to Alaska was not made lightly. Krakauer writes, "McCandless was not a mere ignorant who went into the bush and got lucky" (Krakauer 69). So you see, his actions were driven by a big disillusionment with all the materialism of modern society, and just a craving to be away from civilization. In addition to McCandless's practical skills and preparation, his journal entries also demonstrate a level of intelligence and perception that disproves that he was simply "bright and ignorant." As Krakauer notes, McCandless's journal entries reveal "a young man of uncommon intelligence and strength of character" (Krakauer 189). For example, McCandless would write about his desire to "live simply and free from the trappings of civilization" (Krakauer 167), suggesting an underlying message from his actions. McCandless's relationship with his father, while it was not great, does not support the idea that he was "just plain