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Ten days a madwoman
Ten days a madwoman
Synopsis
In 1887 New York City, young Nellie Bly, an ambitious journalist, undertakes a daring assignment: feigning insanity to expose the horrific conditions of the Blackwell's Island asylum. Her shocking expos catapults her to fame, launching a career in stunt journalism where she tackles political corruption, poverty, and human rights abuses. Nellie's extraordinary life includes circling the globe in record time, showcasing her relentless spirit and dedication to uncovering truth.
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Nellie BlyProtagonist
Subjects
Women journalistsJuvenile literatureJournalistsBiographyWomen, united states, biographyWomen, biography, juvenile literatureJUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / Social ActivistsJUVENILE NONFICTION / History / United States / 19th CenturyJUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / WomenUnited States
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Edition
Ten Days a MadwomanPaperback, Feb
160 pages
Puffin BooksISBN: 97801475087443 editions available
