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Name: The Rape of the Lock
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Author: Alexander Pope

📘 The Rape of the Lock by Alexander Pope

The Rape of the Lock is a satiric poem by Alexander Pope that comments on the battle of the sexes and the social world of high society. It centers around the story of Belinda and the Baron, who attempts to steal a lock of Belinda's hair. The poem also critiques the aristocratic class and the clash of gender norms in the 18th century.

First publish date: 1966

Genre: Poetry/Classical Poetry

Authors: Alexander Pope

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