Jon Krakauer

-American writer and mountaineer-born in Massachusetts and raised in Oregon-Introduced to climbing at age 8-Majored in Environmental Studies-Married fellow mountain-climber, Linda Miriam Moore

Who is Jon Krakauer?

-A year after graduating from high school, he completed a solo trip to Alaska and climbed a new route up the Devil’s Thumb (he documented this experience in Eiger Dreams)-In 1992, he climbed Cerro Torre in the Andes of Argentine Patagonia (considered one of the most technically difficult climbs in the world)

Who is Jon Krakauer?

-In 1996, Krakauer was part of a guided tour of Mt. Everest -- four of his team members perished on their descent-He wrote of his experience in Into Thin Air-Since the experience, he has criticized the commercialization of climbing Everest

Who is Jon Krakauer?

-Krakauer has received criticism for some of his books, particularly his portrayal of events and people in Into Thin Air-He has also won awards for his investigative journalism:The American Academy of Arts and Letters gave Krakauer an Academy Award in Literature in 1999 for his work and commented that "Krakauer combines the tenacity and courage of the finest tradition of investigative journalism with the stylish subtlety and profound insight of the born writer. His account of an ascent of Mount Everest has led to a general reevaluation of climbing and of the commercialization of what was once a romantic, solitary sport."

Who is Jon Krakauer

-In 1993, Krakauer heard Mortenson speak about his experiences climbing K2 and his attempts to build schools in Pakistan-Krakauer donated $75,000 to the Central Asia Institute-Both men knew each other from climbing circles, though they weren’t close friends-Around 2002, Krakauer began to hear rumors and grumbles that donations to the CAI may have been mismanaged

What is Krakauer’s relation to Mortenson?

-Krakauer brought his original research findings to 60 Minutes, thinking that a third party investigation might be the best option, but he also continued to do his own research on CAI and Mortenson’s story-Krakauer has donated 100% of the proceeds from his book sales (Three Cups of Deceit) to charity

What is Krakauer’s relation to Mortenson?

What is his purpose?How will he have to appeal to his audience?What key facts about his background shape his perspective?

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