But [Everett] and McCandless, at least they tried to follow their dream. That's what was great about them. They tried. Not many do. (Jon Krakauer)

But [Everett] and McCandless, at least they tried to follow their dream. That's what was great about them. They tried. Not many do.

Jon Krakauer

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