They Rather Live in The Wild Than In Civilization

Sometimes the weight of civilization can be overwhelming. The fast pace, the burdens of relationships, the political strife, the technological complexity — it's enough to make you dream of escaping to a simpler life more in touch with nature. For most that dream translates into an occasional weekend camping trip, but there are some people — critics of civilization, activists, spiritualists or mere free spirits — who have taken the idea to the extreme. While some call them naive or radical, others consider them inspirational. Here are 7 individuals who gave up on civilization to live in the wild.

Christopher McCandless

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

       

Henry David Thoreau

Tim Treadwell

Ted Kaczynski

Noah John Rondeau

The Desert Fathers

Paul Gauguin