William George Jordan

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William George Jordan (1864 - 1928) was an American editor and essayist, considered by some to be one of the greatest essayists of his time.

William was born in New York City on March 6, 1864. He graduated from the College of the City of New York and began his literary career as editor of "Book Chat" in 1884. Later he became the editor of "Current Literature," from which he retired to enter the lecture field. In 1897 he was managing editor of "The Ladies Home Journal," after which he edited "The Saturday Evening Post." Starting in 1899 he was the editor and vice-president of Continental Publishing Co.

William George Jordan died in New York City in 1928.

[edit] Works

William wrote a number of religious and self help books in the early 1900's, the most famous being "The Majesty of Calmness".

Some of his other works include:

Mental Training
The Majesty of Calmness
The Power of Truth
The Kingship of Self-Control
The Power of Peace
The Power of Purpose
The Crown of Individuality

The rights to "The Power of Truth" were purchased by Mormon prophet Heber J. Grant in the early 1930's and he republished parts of the book as a Christmas present while serving as a Mormon mission president.