The Sturdy Oak A Composite Novel Of American Politics By Fourteen American Authors - Merwin, Samuel
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The Sturdy Oak is a unique book that is a composite novel of American politics written by fourteen American authors. The book is edited by Samuel Merwin and features contributions from some of the most prominent writers of the time, including Theodore Roosevelt, William Allen White, and Booth Tarkington. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of John Strickland, a young man who becomes involved in the world of politics. Strickland is a strong and determined character who is committed to making a difference in the world, and the novel follows his journey as he…mehr

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The Sturdy Oak is a unique book that is a composite novel of American politics written by fourteen American authors. The book is edited by Samuel Merwin and features contributions from some of the most prominent writers of the time, including Theodore Roosevelt, William Allen White, and Booth Tarkington. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of John Strickland, a young man who becomes involved in the world of politics. Strickland is a strong and determined character who is committed to making a difference in the world, and the novel follows his journey as he navigates the complex and often corrupt world of American politics.The book is divided into fourteen chapters, each written by a different author. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of Strickland's life and political career, and together they create a rich and complex portrait of American politics at the time. The Sturdy Oak is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on American politics and the people who shape it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American politics or the art of the novel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Samuel Merwin was an American dramatist and author. Merwin was born on October 6, 1874, in Evanston, Illinois, to Ella B. and Orlando H. Merwin. His father was the postmaster in Evanston. Merwin and Edna Earl Fleshiem got married in 1901. The marriage had two sons, Samuel Kimball Merwin, Jr. and Banister Merwin, as well as an adoptive son named John Merwin. After graduating from Northwestern University, he served as Success magazine's associate editor and later editor from 1905 to 1911. In 1907, the magazine sent him to China to examine the opium trade. He died of a stroke while dining at The Player's Club in Manhattan on October 17, 1936.