What reaction did Krakauer receive about his Outside magazine article?

• A. Critics praised his courage and celebrated his research
• B. Readers largely ignored it
• C. He was invited to write a follow-up piece
• D. Ppl wrote in and think he is a coward -- especially from alaskans and see nothing positive

Answer: (D)

When a writer pushes into controversial territory, the reaction often reveals how readers feel about the subject and the portrayal itself. In Krakauer’s Outside magazine piece, the backlash came as people wrote in to condemn him, with many accusing him of being a coward, especially from Alaskan readers who saw nothing positive in his account. This demonstrates how provocative reporting can provoke personal attacks and strong loyalty to a place or community, rather than broad praise or interest. The other possible reactions—praise for courage, being ignored, or invited to follow up—don’t match the described climate of sharp, personal critique.