. Shortly after the Allan’s return to the United States, Edgar began to support himself as he moved to Boston and worked in a merchandise house. Between then and 1827, Edgar spent his time reading literary works, writing his own works, and working odd jobs to continue supporting himself. Near June of 1827 Poe had his first work published. Consisting of forty pages in paper wrappers, “Tamerlane and Other Poems” was published and released. (Silverman 38) By then he had already signed his enlistment paper for the United States Army. There he served for two of the five years that he enlisted for. Upon reaching the rank of Sergeant –Major, he used John Allan’s help to gain an honorable discharge from the army. (Wilson)...
