Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Allan Poe was born at 33 Hollis Street, Boston, Massachusetts, on January 19, 1809. His parents were David and Elizabeth Poe. Both of which were actors. However, his father was unsuccessful in his acting and also drank very heavily. (The New Book of Knowledge, 237) Shortly after Edgar’s birth, the Poe’s moved to New York where Edgar’s father, David either died or deserted them. Mrs. Poe was left alone with Edgar and …showed first 75 words of 999 total…

…showed last 75 words of 999 total…he began to drink and was probably given drugged liquor. He was found on October third by an old friend, Poe was in horrible condition and was taken to a resident doctor. Then finally on Sunday morning, October 7, 1849, he became quiet and seemed to rest for a short time. Then he gently moving his head, he said, “Lord help my poor soul.” As he lived so he died- in great misery and tragedy.(Winwer, Frances. 97)