FAQ About Edgar Allan Poe
How did Edgar Allan Poe die?
The circumstances surrounding Edgar Allan Poe's death remain mysterious and are the subject of speculation and debate. He was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore on October 3, 1849, wearing clothes that were not his own. He died in a hospital on October 7, 1849, and the precise cause of his death is unknown. Suggestions include alcoholism, tuberculosis, heart disease, epilepsy, and even foul play.
