Edgar Poe and Eleonora
By John Rausch
First Connection
The main character of this story marries his cousin, just like Poe did in real life.
Second Connection
The Protagonist's wife soon grows ill just like Poe's did.
Third Connection
The main characters wife dies much like Poe's and even though he promises to never love another he quickly falls in love and marries another woman.
Fourth Connection
The main character ends up in a strange city like Poe did when he took the wrong train to Baltimore.
Fifth Connection
The Main character struggles with living without his lover but eventually he learns to forgive himself.
His Stories Reflected Himself
Edgard Allen Poe's stories reflected his own life and feelings.