Chris McCandless Characterization

Direct Characterization-




in literature and drama, the method of character development in which the author simply tells what the character is like. (http://dictionary.reference.com) Indirect Characterization- 

when the author shows qualities of a character through speech, actions, dress, thoughts, and interactions with other characters. (micemen.wordpress.com)

In the Book Into The Wild by: Jon Krakauer, Chris McCandless A.K.A Alex Supertramp, was described by everyone that he met. Everyone noted that he was smart and didn't understand why that he was running away from home. All of these traits given directly from firsthand accounts and forms of direct characterization from the book. Chris McCandless is also shown through qualities and his actions in the story. The way that he burnt all of his money, donated his bank account to OXFAM, and left his entire family behind shows his courage and determination of following Jack London into the wild.