Classical Enigmas, Adapted to Every Month in the Year Composed from the English and Roman Histories, Heathen Mythology and Names of Famous Writers: Meant to Amuse Youths of All Ages, and at the Same Time Exert Their Memories, by Calling to Mind What They Have Read at Different Times

"Classical Enigmas, Adapted to Every Month in the Year" by Mrs. Ritson is a collection of riddles perfect for young readers in the early 1800s. The puzzles are presented month by month that test the reader’s knowledge of English and Roman history and Greek myths. The riddles are intended to be fun, but also educational. The goal is to use hints based on famous people, mythology, and historical happenings to guess the correct month of the year, with that month’s name derived from the initials of each answer. The riddles are presented in poetic form.