Mr Darcy is a rather reserved and gentile duck. He likes to tip his hat and say good morning but he would never want to bother anybody. Unfortunately his life is at times is a little lonely. Read along and find out how Mr Darcy lets his friends know that he needs some help and some company. A wonderfully charming picture book that explores themes of pride, family life, tolerance and tips its hat to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

Alex Filed has written for numerous newspapers and magazines. She adores Jane Austen and children - of which she has five.