Edgar Allan Poe's Daddy Issues

Text the show CAUTION: This episode will discuss topics of DEATH, ALCOHOLISM and ABUSE. Today I am going over the history of Edgar Allan Poe's various parental figures, including that absolute villain John Allan. I'll be taking a look into the drama of Poe's life with and without the support of his fathers, and how it shaped his future and writing. While not a fictional scary story, I think you'll find the relationship Poe had with his fathers is seriously anxiety-inducing and, at times, so incredibly frustrating that you may be shocked at the behavior of these men. Sources: Poe’s Middle Name Edgar Allan Poe: A Life by Richard Kopley Wikipedia on Eliza Poe Wikipedia on David Poe Jr. John Allan John Allan Benefits from Slavery Frances Allan Frances Keeling Valentine Allan To Fanny The Edgar Allan Poe Society of Baltimore: John Allan The Women in Poe’s Life The Edgar Allan Poe Society of Baltimore The Poe Museum This horror audio story podcast is perfect for fans of horror, the lore of H.P. Lovecraft, the works of Edgar Allan Poe, Gothic fiction, 19th century poetry, short horror fiction, and timeless classic scary stories. As an audiobook podcast, it is also great for educators, teachers, students and schools/colleges looking to educate themselves and others on the works of Edgar Allan Poe, Victorian era writing, Victorian culture, old ghost stories and classic horror fiction. Be sure to share with any fans of horror audio stories, horror audiobooks and spooky tales. Music and narration by Tynan Portillo. TikTok: @poeshowpodcast Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Horror Movie Reviews on The Poe Show YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoeshowpodcast Bluesky: thepoeshow.bsky.social Instagram & Threads: @thepoeshowpodcast Email: poeshowpod@gmail.com Intro music by Emmett Cooke on PremiumBeat. Support the show