Book Series · 3 Books

My Side of the Mountain Books

In order from My Side of the Mountain to Frightful's Mountain.

My Side of the Mountain
On the Far Side of the Mountain
Frightful's Mountain
My Side of the Mountain
On the Far Side of the Mountain
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

My Side of the Mountain
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$958
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1959

My Side of the Mountain

By Jean Craighead George

A boy escapes city life for mountain solitude, discovering hidden strengths.

177 pages· 39,679 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Summary: Sam Gribley flees his cramped New York City apartment for the wild mountains, seeking solitude but finding unexpected challenges. As he navigates the dangers of nature, Sam uncovers a resilience he never knew he possessed. Will he thrive in the wilderness or be forced to return to the life he left behind?
In reading order

My Side of the Mountain Series

3 books · Published 1959–1999

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$958

My Side of the Mountain

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1959

A boy escapes city life for mountain solitude, discovering hidden strengths.

#2
Sale price
$858

On the Far Side of the Mountain

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990

Sam's search for his missing sister and falcon leads him into perilous wilderness.

#3

Frightful's Mountain

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

A falcon must learn to survive alone, torn between freedom and the bond with her human friend.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the My Side of the Mountain series?

There are 3 books in the My Side of the Mountain series. It began with My Side of the Mountain in 1959, and the newest book, Frightful's Mountain, was published in 1999.

What order should you read the My Side of the Mountain books in?

Start with My Side of the Mountain and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the My Side of the Mountain books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which My Side of the Mountain book is the longest?

Frightful's Mountain is the longest book in the series at 44,352 words (288 pages).

Which My Side of the Mountain book is the shortest?

On the Far Side of the Mountain is the shortest at 38,021 words (192 pages).

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring My Side of the Mountain to life.

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Jean Craighead George

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