What is the shared impulse that Krakauer refers to when he talks of Ruess’, McCandless’s, and the Anasazis’ inscriptions?

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What is the shared impulse that Krakauer refers to when he talks of Ruess’,
McCandless’s, and the Anasazis’ inscriptions?

Asked by Jesus V #518475 on 4/12/2016 7:10 AM

Last updated by Aslan on 4/12/2016 12:22 PM

Answered by Aslan on 4/12/2016 12:22 PM

The search for solitude and detachment from mainstream life are themes in all the descriptions.