Quimby (comic strip character)

Quimby is a fictional comic strip character primarily known from the series "The Far Side" by Gary Larson. Typically depicted as a humorous parody of a bureaucratic or mundane authority figure, Quimby often embodies the stereotypical office manager or supervisor, emphasizing the absurdities of workplace or institutional life. His character highlights satire of corporate culture, emphasizing themes like authoritarianism, inefficiency, or everyday absurdities, all delivered through Larson’s distinctive, often dark humor style. Quimby's roles serve to critique societal norms and the often comical nature of human behavior in structured environments.