The story of Jemima Puddle-duck who was annoyed because the farmers wife would not let her hatch her own eggs.Beatrix Potter was an English author illustrator and natural scientist. Her imaginative childrens books feature many natural animals that can be found in the British countryside. She is credited with preserving much of the land that now comprises the Lake District National Park. Beatrix Potters Peter Rabbit story is among the most popular childrens stories worldwide.