Question

While these chapters are about krakauer litterally climbing mountains, think about mountains metaphorically. What “mountains” or obstinate did McCandless face? Explain

Answer 1

The wind shifts, allowing him to find his base camp again. Krakauer's return to his base camp allows him to devise a new plan. Leaving most of his gear behind, he climbs up the northeast face of the Devils Thumb and achieves the summit.