Its because Sam had a hard time trying to catch her.
The first book is My Side of the Mountain, followed by On the Far Side of the Mountain, Frightful's Mountain, Frightful's Daughter, and Frightful's Daughter Meets the Baron Weasel.
The next book in the series would be Frightful's Montain, and Then Frightful's Daughter
In the book "My Side of the Mountain," Sam's bird's name is Frightful. She is a peregrine falcon that Sam trains to hunt for food.
Frightful is a peregrine falcon in Jean Craighead George's novel My Side of the Mountain. Sam Gribley, the protagonist, raises her from a chick, and she becomes his loyal companion as he learns to survive in the wilderness. Frightful is known for her speed and hunting prowess, reflecting the themes of nature and self-sufficiency in the story.
It is called Frightful's Mountain, and is part of the "My Side of the Mountain" trilogy.
In "My Side of the Mountain," Sam trained Frightful not to eat her prey by introducing her to non-living bait, such as turtle eggs, to break her hunting habit. Sam also established a bond with Frightful through trust and understanding, providing her with food and companionship so she wouldn't feel the need to hunt for herself.
realistic fiction
hunters kill falcons
The theme of "Frightful's Mountain" revolves around the idea of independence and the bond between humans and animals. It explores themes of freedom, survival, and the importance of respecting the natural world.
The setting takes place in the Catskills mountain and the state is new york
Sam fed Frightful the lure because he believed it was better for her health and safety. The lure provided a consistent source of food and prevented potential harm from eating animals that could be harmful or pose a threat. Additionally, it was easier for Sam to control and manage Frightful's diet with the lure.
Sam's manner in his summer bathing is.... the water was cold,so it woke Sam up. It started Sam's day with vengeance.Sam would tether Frightful to a hemlock boughand splash Frightful from time to time.Frightful preened,Sam scrubbed himself with the bark of the slippery elm. He said that it gets soapy when you rub it.They were a gay gathering-Sam,Frightful,the Woodthrush, and Baron Weasel.