Synopsis
The Rape of the Lock reprints one of the most exquisite poems ever written in English. Inspired by a trivial dispute between two noble English families, Alexander Pope crafted a mock-heroic poem that successfully led the feuding families to heal their rift by laughing their way out of their hurt feelings, while entertaining the rest of English society. But the enduring charm of this poem lies in its relevance to all human disputes, not just one celebrated incident. How often do we pour the collected woes and agonies of the Cave of Spleen onto the wounds of our emotional sores, thereby magnifying our problems? The Rape of the Lock helps us laugh at our own tendencies to take hurts too seriously. This book is the third in a set of the complete poetry of Alexander Pope being reprinted by Judzu House in reader friendly formats.
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About the Author
Alexander Pope was the premier poet of 18th century England. The Rape of the Lock is his most famous poem and is rightly considered a poetic masterpiece.
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