humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937)
"While researching early 20th-century satirical literature, I discovered that the marquis was a pseudonym for the French writer known for his humorous tales about the secret society of cockroaches."
A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by letters patent or letters close.
"The new book details the life of Marquis de Sade, exploring how his family's ancient frontier-guarding duties evolved into a purely ceremonial aristocratic title over centuries."
A surname, from French.
"The Marquis family has owned that vineyard in Bordeaux for over three centuries."