Whodunit? The ‘Murder’ of Edgar Allan Poe Solved at Last by Joe Nickell

Joe Nickell's article investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding Edgar Allan Poe's death in 1849, which has spawned numerous theories, including murder, cooping, and rabies. Nickell critically examines the claims of foul play and suggests a new theory regarding Poe's death. Read this article and find accompanying references at: https://skepticalinquirer.org/2023/12/whodunit-the-murder-of-edgar-allan-poe-solved-at-last/ About the Author: Joe Nickell, PhD, is senior research fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI) and “Investigative Files” columnist for Skeptical Inquirer. A former stage magician, private investigator, and teacher, he is author of numerous books, including Inquest on the Shroud of Turin (1983), Pen, Ink and Evidence (1990), Unsolved History (1992) and Adventures in Paranormal Investigation (2007). He has appeared in many television documentaries and has been profiled in The New Yorker and on NBC’s Today Show. His personal website is at joenickell.com. Subscribe to Skeptical Inquirer: https://skepticalinquirer.org/subscribe/ Skeptical Inquirer Audio Edition is a production of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and the Center for Inquiry.