Alexander Pope
Alexander Pope was a renowned English poet known for his satirical and witty writing style.
Poet
May 21, 1688
Gemini
May 30, 1744
56
London, England
Alexander Pope was a prominent 18th-century British poet renowned for his satirical and moralistic writings. Among his most famous works are “The Rape of the Lock,” “Essay on Man,” “Epistle to Dr. Arbuthnot,” and “An Essay on Criticism.” Additionally, Pope made significant contributions to English literature by translating Homer’s “Iliad” and “Odyssey.” Despite suffering from Pott’s disease, which caused physical limitations, Pope rose to become one of the greatest poets of his era, celebrated for his wit and satire.