This book is an analysis of women's clubs in New York City from their inception in the early 20th century. The author traces the history of these clubs, from their origins as social and intellectual organizations to their evolution into powerful forces for civic and political change. The book explores the role of women's clubs in shaping the city's cultural and social landscape, and highlights the contributions of individual club women to a wide range of causes, from suffrage to public health. The author argues that these clubs were essential to the development of a vibrant and engaged civil society in New York City, and their legacy continues to shape the city today.