Minna Thomas Antrim

Minna Thomas Antrim (1861–1950) was an American author and editor best known for compiling and arranging popular collections of speeches and sentiments. She is associated with late-19th- and early-20th-century American print culture, when anthologies and handbooks were widely used for public occasions. Antrim’s name appears on well-known toast compilations, including *A Book of Toasts* and *The World’s Best Toasts*, which gathered ready-to-use material for banquets, clubs, and social events. Her work reflects a practical, editorial approach rather than a single-genre literary career, emphasizing selection, organization, and accessibility for general readers and speakers.