Nellie Bly's World 1893: Her Complete Reporting
About this ebook
“Nellie Bly is the most widely known and the most energetic newspaper woman in the world. Everybody knows what she has done. Everybody will be glad to hear that she has resumed her regular newspaper work on The World.”—The New York World, September 13, 1893
Embark on a thrilling journey through the remarkable career of pioneering journalist Nellie Bly. While she is celebrated for her daring exploits, including her groundbreaking exposé of Blackwell's Island asylum and her whirlwind race around the globe, Bly's true legacy extends far beyond these iconic moments.
Between 1885 and 1922, Nellie Bly crafted a tapestry of hundreds of captivating stories. As a star reporter for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World, she fearlessly delved into the lives of presidential candidates, hardened criminals, sports legends, and inspiring figures such as Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony. From undercover investigations to immersive experiences in various professions, Bly's reporting knew no bounds.
Now, in "Nellie Bly's World," edited by acclaimed author David Blixt ("What Girls Are Good For"), readers can finally delve into the full breadth of Bly's journalistic prowess. This comprehensive collection brings together her most gripping articles, showcasing her unparalleled courage, curiosity, and determination. Don't miss the chance to explore the extraordinary adventures of a true trailblazer in the world of journalism!
Volume 3 begins with her extensive interview with self-proclaimed anarchists, and continues through her undercover infiltrating of Democratic politics at Tammany Hall, visiting the famous Chicago's World Fair, exploring the rise among women who gamble, exposing a fraudulent "mind-reader," and revealing the horrifying practices of a society determined to exterminate New York's stray cat population. Among the articles included in this collection are:
Nellie Bly As A Salvation Army Girl
Nellie Bly And The Tiger
Nellie Bly On "The Midway"
A Woman Without A Heart
For Women Who Bet On Races
Living With A Broken Back
Dr. Parkhurst To Nellie Bly
Nellie Bly And The Mind-Reader
Nellie Bly And The Band Of Mercy
Explore the full power of Bly's Blackwing pencil at the height of her fame and influence! From scandalous exposes to heartwarming interviews, "Nellie Bly's World" is your passport to a bygone era of journalistic excellence and daring exploits.
About the author
Nellie Bly, born Elizabeth Jane Cochran on May 5, 1864, is celebrated as one of America’s pioneering investigative journalists. Her career took off in 1885 when she penned a fiery rebuttal to a misogynistic article in the Pittsburgh Dispatch, impressing the editors so much that they offered her a job. Adopting the pen name Nellie Bly, she began her groundbreaking work in journalism.
Bly's most famous exploits include her daring 1887 exposé for the New York World, where she feigned insanity to infiltrate the Women’s Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell’s Island. Her shocking revelations about the horrid conditions led to widespread reforms in the treatment of the mentally ill and underscored the power of undercover journalism.
In 1889, inspired by Jules Verne's novel "Around the World in Eighty Days," Bly embarked on an ambitious journey to circumnavigate the globe. She completed the trip in a record-breaking 72 days, cementing her status as a global icon and showcasing her adventurous spirit and determination.
Throughout her career, Bly tackled social injustices, from factory conditions to the plight of the poor, and her fearless reporting set new standards for investigative journalism. Nellie Bly’s legacy endures as a testament to her relentless pursuit of truth and her impact on the field of journalism, inspiring generations of reporters to come.
