The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Pope, Alexander (1688–1744).
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"The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems" by Alexander Pope is a mock-heroic narrative poem first published in 1712. This celebrated example of high burlesque transforms a trivial social incident—a nobleman secretly snipping a lock of a young lady's hair—into an elaborate epic parody complete with supernatural guardians and classical conventions. Pope treats the ensuing family feud with wit and elegance, elevating drawing-room drama to mythological proportions while gently satirizing the vanities and sensibilities of eighteenth-century aristocratic society.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Rape of the Lock, and Other Poems
- Author credits: Pope, Alexander (1688–1744)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Catholics -- England -- Poetry
- English poetry -- 18th century
- Young women -- Poetry
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Poetry
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