"It's hard to imagine a more powerful treatment of migration: Baker
conveys the strength of the birds and the fragility of their habitat
with equal care." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Each year, bar-tailed godwits undertake the longest unbroken migration
of any bird, flying from their breeding grounds in the Arctic to
Australia and New Zealand and back again. They follow invisible pathways
-- pathways that have been followed for thousands of years -- while
braving hunger and treacherous conditions to reach their destination. In
Circle, Jeannie Baker follows the godwits' incredible flight, taking
readers over awe-inspiring scenes as the birds spread their wings above
such beautiful landmarks as the Great Barrier Reef and China's
breathtaking cityscapes for an unforgettable journey.