Who was Nelly blithe?

Nelly Blythe, more commonly known as Nellie Bly, was an American journalist and pioneer in investigative reporting, born on May 5, 1864. She is best known for her record-breaking trip around the world in 72 days, inspired by Jules Verne's novel "Around the World in Eighty Days." Bly also gained fame for her exposé on the conditions of women in mental institutions, which led to significant reforms in mental health care. Her work helped to pave the way for future investigative journalism and highlighted the importance of social issues.