<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>The true story of Nellie Bly, a bold woman, reporter, and adventurer who set a world record for her famous journey around the globe.</p><p>"Readers will thrill to this story of Bly's daring 22,000 mile journey..." ―<i>A Mighty Girl</i></b></p><p>Nellie Bly was a 19th century newspaper reporter for <i>The New York World</i>, but instead of writing about "ladylike" subjects like tea parties and charity balls, Nellie wrote about critical social problems of her day--poor job conditions, dilapidated housing, and dishonest politicians. If someone told her "It can't be done, Nellie Bly," she went right ahead and did it anyway.</p><p>So when Nellie read Jules Verne's novel, <i>Around the World in Eighty Days</i>, she was inspired to circle the globe herself and attempt to beat the record of the fictional character Phileas Fogg. But would she go too far in her quest?</p><p>Young readers will cheer for Nellie Bly as she embarks on her 22,000-mile trip. Equipped only with one sturdy travel dress, a small satchel, and a pet monkey she picks up in Singapore, Bly travels by ship, train, and foot, experiencing incredible events and places--from a monsoon at sea to a leper colony in China. This delightful true story of a woman with an indomitable spirit will inspire a new generation of young women and adventurers.</p><p>Back matter includes additional information about Nellie Bly's life.</p><p><b>Awards: </p><p>Amelia Bloomer Project ―ALA Booklist, Feminist Task Force<br>Children's Crown Award (Nominee) ―National Christian School Association</b></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Readers will thrill to this story of Bly's daring 22,000 mile journey..." ―A Mighty Girl<br><br>"The book contains additional information about the reporter's life, making it a satisfying biography suitable for reports and recreational reading. Fun, factual, and well written." ―School Library Journal<br>
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