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Ten Days In A Mad-house Or, Nellie Bly's Experience On Blackwell's Island

Ten Days In A Mad-house Or, Nellie Bly's Experience On Blackwell's Island

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General World History

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ISBN10: 9359046582
ISBN13: 9789359046587
Publisher: True Sign Publishing House Private Limited
Published: Nov 20 2023
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.21 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Ten Days in a Mad-House offers a riveting firsthand account by pioneering journalist Nellie Bly as she intentionally becomes institutionalized on Blackwell's Island in order to expose the appalling conditions within mental asylums. Bly's narrative unfolds as a powerful exposé, detailing the dehumanizing treatment, neglect, and injustices faced by vulnerable women labeled as mentally ill. Through her sharp investigative skills and courageous immersion, Bly reveals the stark realities of a system plagued by abuse and corruption. Published in 1887, this groundbreaking work not only led to significant reforms in mental health care but also solidified Bly's legacy as a fearless investigative journalist. With compelling prose, Bly sheds light on the plight of the marginalized, advocating for social change and ethical treatment within mental health institutions. Ten Days in a Mad-House remains a landmark piece of journalism that continues to resonate with its impact on societal awareness and advocacy for human rights.

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