mental illness
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“Ten Days in a Mad-House” by Nellie Bly
I think I was in fifth grade when I first learned about Nellie Bly, thanks to an assignment to write a biography of someone from history. As I remember, I thought about Laura Ingalls Wilder but then I saw a book in the library about how Nellie Bly went around the world in 72 days,… Continue reading
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Reviewed: “A Common Struggle” by Patrick J. Kennedy & Stephen Fried
I have read a lot of books on the Kennedy family, probably too many. Few Kennedys have written books so there was an immediate appeal with A Common Struggle when it was released and Patrick Kennedy did interviews for it on “60 Minutes” and in other places. I can admit I wanted to read it… Continue reading
About Me
An English diarist and naval administrator. I served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament. I had no maritime experience, but I rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and my talent for administration.
Adventures With Words 