FAQ About Virginia Clemm Poe
How did society view Virginia Clemm's marriage to Edgar Allan Poe?
The marriage between Virginia Clemm and Edgar Allan Poe was viewed by many contemporaries as controversial primarily because of Virginia's age at the time of marriage—she was only 13 years old. Despite the societal norms concerning age during that time, their close familial connection and the evident affection between them seemed to mitigate some criticism.
