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Autographed Books

The Nellie Bly Collection: The Books

Item Number
339
Estimated Value
20 USD
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25 USD to Murphymac
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Item Description

The Nellie Bly Collection:  The Books autographed by editor Tri Fritz  (2011)
Nellie Bly (1864-1922) was a newspaper reporter who pioneered the filed of investigative journalism.  Before women even had the right to vote, she fascinated readers around the world with her adventures.  Collected for the first time in a single volume are Nellie Bly's four published books:

Ten Days In A Mad-House - Nellie feigns insanity to be committed to the infamous aslym on Blackwell's Island.  In a stunning tale, she exposes abuse levied by doctors and nurses towards the poor women in their care.

Around The World in 72 Days - Nellie challenges Jules Verne and vows to travel around the world in less than 80 days.  She encounters fascinating people and cultures, but also endures violent storms and obstacles that pur her record - and life- at risk.

Six Month In Mexico - Nellie travels to Mexico to experience a country mostly unknown to 19th Century America.  However, what starts as a travelogue becomes a story of government correction with Nelllie one step ahead of the Mexican policy!

The Mystery of Central Park - Nellie Bly's one and only novel.  When young lovers Richard and Penelope find a young woman's body in New York's Central Park, they set out to solve a mystery that will test their wits...and love for each other.

Paper, 398 pages

 

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