Elizabeth Garver Jordan (1865–1947) was an influential American journalist, author, editor, and suffragist whose career spanned the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Best known for her editorial leadership and literary connections, she served as the editor of the prominent women's magazine Harper's Bazaar from 1900 to 1913, where she helped shape contemporary taste and discourse.
Beyond her editorial duties, Jordan played a significant role in the careers of several major American writers. She is remembered for editing the first two novels of Sinclair Lewis, recognizing his early talent. She also maintained a notable professional relationship with Henry James, whom she successfully recruited to participate in the collaborative, round-robin novel The Whole Family.
In addition to her editorial work, Jordan was an active suffragist and a prolific writer in her own right, publishing novels, short stories, and plays. Her work and advocacy reflected the shifting roles of women during her era, making her a key figure in the literary and social landscapes of her time.
