In 1887, journalist Nellie Bly undertook a daring undercover investigation by posing as a mentally ill, homeless woman to reveal the horrific conditions at Blackwell's Island asylum. Her vivid accounts of neglect and abuse faced by female residents not only horrified the public but also catalyzed reforms in the treatment of the mentally ill. Bly's work is celebrated as a pivotal moment in investigative journalism, highlighting the power of the press to effect social change.
Nellie Bly's undercover investigation in the late 1800s reveals the shocking realities of Victorian mental asylums. Through her courageous reporting, she exposes the inhumane treatment and dire conditions faced by patients, offering a powerful critique of the mental health system of her time. This account not only highlights her pioneering spirit as a journalist but also serves as a significant commentary on societal attitudes towards mental illness.
In 1887, Nellie Bly went undercover for the New York World newspaper by feigning insanity to investigate conditions at the Blackwell's Island insane asylum.
Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran, the author was renowned as America's first 'girl
stunt reporter'. She was a pioneer of investigative journalism, including an
expose of patient treatment at a mental asylum and a travelogue from her
record-breaking race around the world in emulation of Phileas Fogg. This title
deals with her works.
From the bestselling author of TEN DAYS IN A MAD HOUSE, Nellie Bly's complete articles, collected for the first time ever!Pioneering journalist Nellie Bly is best remembered for two "stunts": her undercover expose of the Blackwell's Island insane asylum, and her race around the world to beat the record set in Jules Verne's Around The World In 80 Days. Yet those events do not begin to grasp the scope of her career as a reporter.Between 1885 and 1922, Nellie Bly penned hundreds of stories on a variety of topics. Reporting for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World, she interviewed presidential candidates and convicted criminals, sports heroes like boxer John Sullivan and wrestler William Muldoon, inspirational icons like Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony, and many more. One week would find her undercover to expose a swindling lobbyist, the next taking up a new profession as an actress, and the next reporting on a strike. Perhaps never before has a reporter had such a wide-ranging, adventurous career! Yet only a handful of her articles have been available to the public - until now!Edited by author David Blixt ("What Girls Are Good For"), Nellie Bly's World collects all of Bly's reporting during her years at the New York World. Volume 1 begins with her cannon-blast debut, exposing over the course of three articles the events of her imprisonment in the Blackwell's Island insane asylum. But that's hardly all! Among the 33 articles included in this collection What Becomes of BabiesThe Girls Who Make BoxesWanted—A Few HusbandsNellie Bly on the StageNellie Bly as a MesmeristThe King of the LobbyHow to be Cured by FaithGirls of the Wild WestHangman Joe at HomeOur First LadiesExplore the full power of Bly's Blackwing pencil at the beginning of her ascent to being the most famous woman in America!
The travelogue offers a vivid account of Nellie Bly's experiences in late 19th-century Mexico, showcasing her unique perspective as a pioneering journalist. Through her observations, Bly captures the culture, social issues, and daily life of the Mexican people, providing readers with an engaging blend of personal narrative and social commentary. Her adventurous spirit and keen insights make this work a significant contribution to travel literature of the era.
Nellie Bly, an innovative American journalist, gained fame for her groundbreaking 72-day journey around the world, inspired by Jules Verne's Phileas Fogg. She also conducted a daring undercover investigation into a mental institution, revealing harsh realities and advocating for reform. Bly's work not only showcased her adventurous spirit but also established her as a pioneer of investigative journalism, paving the way for future reporters to uncover hidden truths and challenge societal norms.
Set in 1887, the narrative follows Nellie Bly as she takes on a daring assignment from the New York World. Instead of writing about the immigrant experience, she opts to investigate a notorious mental hospital by feigning mental illness to gain entry. Her courageous decision reveals the harsh realities faced by patients and highlights her groundbreaking role in journalism, establishing her as a pioneering female reporter who challenged societal norms and fought for the voiceless.
Highlighting the pioneering spirit of Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, this collection showcases her most impactful journalistic pieces, including the renowned exposé "Ten Days in a Mad-House." First published between 1887 and 1890, it reflects her fearless approach to investigative journalism and sheds light on the challenges faced by women in the field during that era. This anthology not only celebrates her contributions but also serves as a testament to the power of journalism in advocating for social change.
