Throughout his journey, Christopher learned to appreciate the little moments in life. The book follows the story of Christopher Knight, a man who left society and lived alone in the Maine woods for 27 years. Through interviews with those closest to Knight, his family and friends, as well as the police officers who had to deal with the hermit, Finkel tries to answer the questions of why Knight chose to leave his family and live in the woods for so many years.ĭownload Now! 4 Key Lessons from The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel 1. In this book, Finkel delves deep into the life of Christopher Knight and his experience living off the grid and in complete solitude. The Stranger in the Woods, written by Michael Finkel, is an intriguing story of a mysterious recluse who lived alone in the woods of Maine for 27 years.Ĭhristopher Knight, the man in question, was dubbed the North Pond Hermit by the locals and his story is one of the most bizarre and captivating tales to come out of the wilderness. 7 Other Biographies Books you may Like:.3 4 Key Lessons from The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel.He broke into nearby cottages for food, clothing, reading material, and other provisions, taking only what he needed but terrifying a community never able to solve the mysterious burglaries. Living in a tent even through brutal winters, he had survived by his wits and courage, developing ingenious ways to store edibles and water, and to avoid freezing to death.
He would not have a conversation with another human being until nearly three decades later, when he was arrested for stealing food. This is the remarkable true story of a man who lived alone in the woods of Maine for 27 years, making this dream a reality-not out of anger at the world, but simply because he preferred to live on his own.In 1986, a shy and intelligent twenty-year-old named Christopher Knight left his home in Massachusetts, drove to Maine, and disappeared into the forest. Many people dream of escaping modern life, but most will never act on it.
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