The Moon Endureth: Tales and Fancies  (Paperback, John Buchan)

The novel tells the story of a misadventure aboard a small sailboat named the Jasper B. The protagonist, a character named Archy, finds himself on this ill-fated cruise along with a colorful cast of characters. Throughout the novel, readers are treated to Marquis's wit and humor as the characters encounter various comedic situations and mishaps while sailing. Don Marquis is perhaps best known for his creation of "Archy and Mehitabel," a series of humorous poems and stories about a free-verse poet who is a cockroach named Archy and his friend Mehitabel, a cat. While "The Cruise of the Jasper B." may not feature these famous characters, it still showcases Marquis's talent for crafting humorous and entertaining narratives. Overall, "The Cruise of the Jasper B." is a light-hearted and amusing novel that reflects Don Marquis's distinctive style of humor. It offers readers a glimpse into the comedic misadventures of its characters as they navigate the challenges of life on the high seas.