Don Marquis (Gutenberg Index)

This bibliographic index serves as a gateway to the comic universe of Don Marquis, the early 20th-century American humorist whose sharp observations and satirical voice defined a generation of literary comedy. The guide catalogs his diverse body of work, from 'The Cruise of the Jasper B.', a rollicking tale of maritime misadventure, to the whimsical 'Archy and Mehitabel' verses that introduced the world to a philosophizing cockroach. Each entry provides access to Marquis's unique blend of humor and human insight: his affectionate mockery of American society, his memorable character studies like The Old Soak, and his free verse experiments with the absurdities of everyday life. For readers seeking to explore this underappreciated American humorist, the index transforms what could be an overwhelming body of work into an accessible journey through one of literature's most irreverent voices. Whether you arrive as a scholar researching Marquis's satirical legacy or as a curious reader drawn to his comic sensibilities, this catalog offers the keys to a body of work that influenced generations of American humorists who followed.