A true illustrated duck story from the Italian Alps (Trentino, Italy) for readers aged 8+ . Twelve duck eggs arrive by courier, and one duck decides they’re hers. Eggs by Courier is a true illustrated animal story set in Trentino in the Italian Alps. Twelve duck eggs are shipped by courier from a breeder – and a duck begins to brood them as her own. What follows is a funny, tender chronicle of care, responsibility, patience, and respect for animals, told with a slightly surreal tone and watercolor illustrations. It promotes positive values such as empathy, kindness, gentle problem-solving, and respect for living beings. Suitable for readers aged 8+ and for classroom reading.