Arthur Quiller-Couch (1863–1944), known as "Q," was an English author, poet, and literary critic. He studied at Trinity College, Oxford, and later became a professor of English literature at the University of Cambridge. Quiller-Couch gained recognition for his anthology The Oxford Book of English Verse, which has remained a significant contribution to English literary scholarship. In addition to his academic work, he published novels, short stories, and poetry collections, and he worked as a journalist. Quiller-Couch's literary legacy continues to influence English literature, though his work has faded from contemporary prominence.