Ellis Parker Butler

Biography

Ellis Parker Butler made his mark as a humorist whose sharp eye and gentle wit turned ordinary characters into unforgettable stories, with his whimsical tale Pigs Is Pigs becoming a household favorite and one of many pieces he placed in magazines and anthologies.

His prolific output offered readers warmth and clever observation, and he remained devoted to the New York literary community until his death, now resting in Flushing Cemetery where admirers remember his affection for everyday life.