"I don’t want to over-explain Baltimore football here, but I am surprised very often to learn that not every one knows that the Ravens team name is a Poe reference and that the mascot is named Poe."
Art Modell, the team's founder, was obviously a Poe fan...
Very interesting!! 😊
It is one of my favorite stories!
I wasn’t aware of the Poe Toaster. That was such a cool tradition! I have to visit Baltimore again to immerse myself in as much Poe-lore as possible.
I also have your book in my queue. I can’t wait to read it!
Sherry! Yes, getting the full experience in Baltimore is worth it. If you go, take pictures! (And thank you!)
I noticed in the bio you attended WVU! My grandfather was chair of the Physics Department from 1954-1968.
Oh wow! I was there much later, but I have a lot of family from that region
So interesting! Reading Poe in Middle School was such a pivotal point for me in thinking about writing and what it can do.
Also, I ust got to the part where they describe the Poe Toaster in your book. Goosebumps!
Ahhhhhh! I will try very hard not to give any spoilers.
Fascinating - I love Poe's work and didn't know any of this. Plus, now I'm even more excited to read your book!
I’m glad to introduce you to this piece of history. And thank you my friend! 🥀
"I don’t want to over-explain Baltimore football here, but I am surprised very often to learn that not every one knows that the Ravens team name is a Poe reference and that the mascot is named Poe."
Art Modell, the team's founder, was obviously a Poe fan...
Indeed. All of Baltimore is!