>It was loosely based on that kid from New York who walked into >Alaska--in search of a new life--and ended up starving to death. >And does anyone know more of this American nomad who turned his back >on everything? I admit that all I know comes from a 60 Minutes >report. Wasn't that kid trying to mimic Thoreau and live a happy Walden-like existence in Alaska? I seem to remember there being a recent book on him; was it called _Into the Wild_ or something? Sorry I'm not of more help. Emily ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com