The Revolt of the Oyster

Don Marquis, born on July 29, 1878, in Walnut, Illinois, emerged as a significant American humorist, journalist, and author, leaving a remarkable imprint on early twentieth-century literature. With a career that spanned several decades, Marquis is perhaps best remembered for his creation of Archy and Mehitabel, characters that first appeared in his newspaper columns and later in book form, vividly...