In eighteen thirty-four,Poe married his cousin Virginia Clemm, the thirteen year old daughter of his father's sister.

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The following year, at the age of twenty-seven, he married Virginia Clemm.

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Virginia Clemm Poe had suffered from tuberculosis for many years.

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Yet, whatever his shortcomings, few perceptive people failed to be impressed by Mr von Clemm's originality, his enthusiasm and his drive.

ECONOMIST: Michael von Clemm

Michael von Clemm felt at home with many different tribes.

ECONOMIST: Michael von Clemm

The words carpe diem summed up Mr von Clemm's life.

ECONOMIST: Michael von Clemm