The term transcendentalism is a system of integrated thoughts from ideological thinkers who lived during the 19th century. In Michael Donovan’s poem, “It’s All-On-Me,” Donovan is speaking on the idea of leaning on his own understanding, to somewhat follow his heart. Many other poems and stories written by former transcendentalist have the same main idea. Authors such as, Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson, use this type of thinking process to portray a life where the nonconformist of society are appreciated and welcomed. Jon Krakauer, a modern day author, tells of the nomadic lifestyle Chris McCandless begins to lead as he sets out for a life of individuality and reflecting on nature. This essay will discuss and analyze the shared beliefs of these transcendentalist authors.
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In Donovan’s poem, he states, “all these goals saved-up & stored in the shed -- in my stead.” Likewise, Krakauer writes, “ No longer would he answer to Chris McCandless; he was now Alexander Supertramp, master of his own destiny.” The two excerpts further explain the similarity between Into the Wild and “It’s All-On-Me.” Krakauer portrays the idea of individualism by telling Chris’ decision to be the master of his own destiny. Chris will no longer be tied to the ideas of society. He will now be one with nature, a thought Chris has always loved. Correspondingly, Donovan depicts through his own thoughts of being in direct control of his life. His goals that have been stored and rejected will now be released into the world without a single thought of conforming. Donovan and Krakauer, two elite, modern day author’s, speak to the multitude of transcendentalist with ideas of individuality and achieving their lifelong
In Donovan’s poem, he states, “all these goals saved-up & stored in the shed -- in my stead.” Likewise, Krakauer writes, “ No longer would he answer to Chris McCandless; he was now Alexander Supertramp, master of his own destiny.” The two excerpts further explain the similarity between Into the Wild and “It’s All-On-Me.” Krakauer portrays the idea of individualism by telling Chris’ decision to be the master of his own destiny. Chris will no longer be tied to the ideas of society. He will now be one with nature, a thought Chris has always loved. Correspondingly, Donovan depicts through his own thoughts of being in direct control of his life. His goals that have been stored and rejected will now be released into the world without a single thought of conforming. Donovan and Krakauer, two elite, modern day author’s, speak to the multitude of transcendentalist with ideas of individuality and achieving their lifelong