Through the Year with Famous Authors

"Through the Year with Famous Authors" by Mabel Patterson is an early 20th-century anthology carefully curating quotes, poems, and passages from famous authors, organized by month, meant to spark thought and a love for literature. The book honors great writers and examines the lasting themes found in their writings. It begins in January with quotes and short stories of writers born that month, like Maria Edgeworth, Richard Henry Horne, and Arthur Hugh Clough. Each entry presents a significant quote representing a thought or idea, followed by details about the author's life and literary impact. The book tries to set a reflective mood, wanting readers to appreciate the words of these authors and think about their influence over time.