Episode 10: Rufus Griswold & Burying Poe

11/23/21 • 23 min

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Our fascination with Edgar Allan Poe tends to come from the mysterious element of his writing and his own persona. Join us as we learn more about the man who, opposite his own intentions, helped create the image of Poe we came to adore in spite of keeping himself ever in Poe's shadow. For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com! Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates.

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