Early Years
Edgar Allan Poe's Birthday
January 19th, 1809
What University did Poe go to and what year
University of Virginia in 1826
Who adopted Edgar
John Allan
What caused Poe to withdraw from university
He gambled a lot and gained lots of debt.
Where did Edgar move to with John Allan
Great Britain
What did John Allan not provide when Poe started University
He didn't provide funding for basic expenses but he paid for his tuition.
When did Edgar return to Richmond
1820
Why was Poe not accepted by the social elite
Because of his humble background
What year did Edgar's mother die?
1811
Although Poe was smart he remained..
solitary and alone