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Edgar Allan Poe originally moved to New York in 1844, to seek more international recognition, but his wife, Virginia, fell ill and Poe, his wife, and mother-in-law, Maria Clemm, moved to the Bronx to take advantage of the fresh country air. From 1846-1849, Poe lived in a small wooden farmhouse that once had unobstructed views of the Bronx hills to Long Island. Here the acclaimed American writer wrote works such as: "Annabel Lee," "The Bells," and "Eureka." The Bronx County Historical Society, who has maintained the Edgar Allan Poe Cottage since 1975, restored the home to its original appearance. Visitors can schedule a tour of the Poe Cottage and walk through the 19th Century home furnished with authentic furniture, including Poe's wife's deathbed and his rocking chair.
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