Why was poe called the ''tomahawk man of literature?

Answer 1

Edgar Allen Poe was nicknamed Tomahawk because he wrote many reviews that were very harsh. He reviewed other writers work when he worked at the Southern Literary Messenger.

Answer 2

Poe was called the "Tomahawk Man of Literature" due to his sharp and cutting criticism of other writers and their works. He was known for his scathing reviews and essays that were highly critical and often attacked the literary establishment of his time. This reputation led to him being compared to a weapon like a tomahawk, which cuts through with precision and force.

Answer 3

Because of his Sharp answers with attitude