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Overview"In 1887, reporter Nellie Bly went undercover to expose the horrific conditions inside a women's lunatic asylum. Pretending to be mentally ill, Bly was committed to the notorious Blackwell's Island asylum for ten days. Her undercover investigative journalism revealed the neglect, abuse, and violence rampant in the institution meant to care for vulnerable patients. Published as a groundbreaking expos� in the New York World newspaper, Bly's book ""Ten Days in a Mad-House"" sparked outraged calls for mental health reform across America. Bly's courageous and unflinching account documented the cruel treatments and inhumane environs inside the real-life ""madhouse."" Her reporting shed light on a dark corner of 19th century mental healthcare, demanding increased regulation of asylums. Bly's daring undercover journalism earns her a landmark place both as an advocate for change and a pioneer of investigative reporting. ""Ten Days in a Mad-House"" remains a testament to the power of truth-telling and Bly's trailblazing voice." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Nathaniel HawthornePublisher: Cedar Lake Classics Imprint: Cedar Lake Classics Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.172kg ISBN: 9781611048988ISBN 10: 1611048982 Pages: 120 Publication Date: 12 October 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |