Read Edgar Allen Poe: A Short Biography article.
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What year was Poe born?
Poe's name Edgar Allen Poe comes from
How old was Poe when he died?
Create a timeline for Poe's Life
Edgar Poe was born on January 19, 1809
Poe passes away from a mysterious disease
Poe marries Virginia Clem
Poe attended the University of Virginia in 1826
Poe writes sensational stories but is still poor
Poe moves to New York
Which job did Poe not have?
What day did Poe die?
What is the main reason that Poe dropped out of West Point?
How many members of Poe's family died of tuberculosis? How did this effect his childhood? Cite examples from the text to support.
Based on the article, can readers assume that Poe was famous in his lifetime? Support your claim.