The Sturdy Oak: A Composite Novel of American Politics by Fourteen American Authors

The Sturdy Oak is a composite novel published in the late 1910s, featuring contributions from fourteen American authors, including Fannie Hurst and Dorothy Canfield. Set in the fictional city of Whitewater, New York, it explores the political landscape surrounding the woman suffrage movement through the lives of characters like George and Genevieve Remington. The narrative satirizes traditional gender roles while illustrating the transformation of an anti-suffragist into a supporter of women's rights, reflecting the societal tensions of the time. This work remains relevant for its commentary on gender and politics.