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Set in 18th-century London, this mock-heroic poem humorously critiques the trivialities and social pretensions of the era. It follows Belinda, a young woman whose cherished lock of hair is stolen by her suitor, Baron. Through its satirical narrative, the poem highlights the absurdities of high society and the importance placed on superficial values.
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The Rape of the Lock, Alexander Pope
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Rape of the Lock
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alexander Pope
- Publisher
- Culturea
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9791041989867
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Poetry, Classics, Women, School, British Literature, Society, Literary Fiction, English Literature, 18th century, Satire, Coffee, Couplets, Alexander Pope, Poet, 1688-1744, Arabella Fermor, 1696-1737
- First published
- 1714
- Original title
- The Rape of the Lock
- Rating
- 3.55 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 18th-century London, this mock-heroic poem humorously critiques the trivialities and social pretensions of the era. It follows Belinda, a young woman whose cherished lock of hair is stolen by her suitor, Baron. Through its satirical narrative, the poem highlights the absurdities of high society and the importance placed on superficial values.