# William Jordan

## Biography

William George Jordan was an American essayist, editor, and lecturer, born in New York City on March 6, 1864. After graduating from the City College of New York, he embarked on a distinguished literary career, serving as editor for publications such as Book Chat, Current Literature, The Ladies Home Journal, and The Saturday Evening Post. Jordan became widely recognized for his pioneering self-improvement works, which emphasized mental discipline, calmness, and personal efficacy. His influential books include The Kingship of Self-Control (1898) and the popular The Majesty of Calmness (1900). Beyond his self-help writings, Jordan also engaged in significant political advocacy. His 1907 treatise, The House of Governors, pushed for coordinated state legislation and played a key role in establishing the first Conference of Governors in 1910, where he briefly served as secretary. Jordan continued to write on themes of self-mastery throughout his life, passing away on April 20, 1928.

## Books

- [Self-Control Its Kingship and Majesty](https://samolit.com/books/96786)