University of Pennsylvania
Ten Days in a Mad House by Nellie Bly
The harrowing experiences of Nellie Bly as she observed undercover the workings of Blackwell Island Insane Asylum are reproduced here as they were originally published.
Other
Finding Dulcinea: Barbara Walters, First Female Television News Anchor
Barbara Walters is featured in this brief biography recognized for being the first woman in television news.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Nellie Bly
Use this resource to learn about the first known female reporter, Nellie Bly, whose work as a writer, journalist, and role model urged women to enter the field of journalism and helped women earn the respect they deserved as journalists.