The Fix

For writer Melissa Mayntz, birds have always been a source of wonder – be that in her garden or further afield. She says: ‘Humans have been fascinated by bird migration for more than 3,000 years. It is part of ancient Polynesian legends and was studied by Greek and Roman scholars. Even today, migration continues to be a mysterious and stunning spectacle.’ Her new book, (Quadrille, £12), explores how birds make these incredible expeditions, such as the common emu (pictured), which undertakes the