Because of this rumor , Edgar 's reputation plummeted , and he lost his job .
Jealous of Edgar Allan Poe , Rufus Griswold spread a rumor about Edgar having an affair with a wealthy lady .
Rumor , Edgar 's reputation plummeted , and Edgar Allan Poe lost Edgar Allan Poe 's job .
Jealous of Edgar Allan Poe , Rufus Griswold spread a rumor about Edgar having an affair with a wealthy lady .