Madwoman

Name: Madwoman
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
SKU: 9781448218028
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By Louisa Treger

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Summary

Madwoman by Louisa Treger explores the gripping journey of Nellie Bly, a pioneering investigative journalist, as she endures life inside a notorious insane asylum to expose its injustices. Set in the late 19th century, the novel delves into themes of courage and resilience, painting a vivid picture of a woman's determination to reveal the truth in a male-dominated world. This historical fiction offers an engaging glimpse into a significant moment in investigative journalism.
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You might enjoy this historical fiction novel if you are intrigued by tales of unconventional women navigating societal constraints, rich historical settings, and literary inspiration drawn from real-life figures. The story delves into themes of creativity, courage, and the struggle for authenticity, offering a poignant exploration of a woman's quest for personal freedom and identity.

Madwoman

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A HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR IN The Times AND THE Sunday Times

'A moving story' Sunday Times, Best historical fiction books of 2022

'A must read!' GILL PAUL

'Intriguing ... A fascinating read' HAZEL GAYNOR

'Remarkable' ESSIE FOX

'An astonishing tour de force' REBECCA MASCULL

In 1887 young Nellie Bly sets out for New York and a career in journalism, determined to make her way as a serious reporter, whatever that may take.

But life in the city is tougher than she imagined. Down to her last dime and desperate to prove her worth, she comes up with a dangerous plan: to fake insanity and have herself committed to the asylum that looms on Blackwell's Island. There, she will work undercover to document - and expose - the wretched conditions faced by the patients.

But when the asylum door swings shut behind her, she finds herself in a place of horrors, governed by a harshness and cruelty she could never have imagined. Cold, isolated and starving, her days of terror reawaken the traumatic events of her childhood. She entered the asylum of her own free will - but will she ever get out?

An extraordinary portrait of a woman way ahead of her time, Madwoman is the story of a quest for the truth that changed the world.

Madwoman is one of the best, a magnificent portrayal of Nelly Bly in all her journalistic integrity and daring' New York Journal of Books

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Madwoman by Louisa Treger has been praised for its compelling portrayal of Nellie Bly, a pioneering journalist known for her fearless reporting in Victorian New York. Reviewers highlight the novel's vivid depiction of Bly's struggles and achievements, as well as its exploration of the challenges women faced in the late nineteenth century. The book is noted for its combination of thorough research and creative storytelling, bringing Bly’s extraordinary life and impactful journalism into the spotlight.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781448218028

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Reader

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Louisa Treger, a classical violinist, studied at the Royal College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and worked as a freelance orchestral player and teacher. She subsequently turned to literature, earning a Ph.D. in English at University College London, where she focused on early-twentieth-century women’s writing and was awarded the West Scholarship and the Rosa Morison Scholarship 'for distinguished work in the study of English Language and Literature'. She is the author of the novels The Lodger and The Dragon Lady. She lives in London with her husband, children, and dog.