“If it be the chief point of friendship to comply with a friend's notions and inclinations he possesses this is an eminent degree; he lies down when I sit, and walks when I walk, which is more that many good friends can pretend to do.”

English poet of the early 18th century, Alexander Pope is best known for his witty, satirical verse and masterful translations of classical works. His most celebrated works include *The Rape of the Lock*, *The Dunciad*, and *An Essay on Criticism*, which established his reputation as a leading voice in Augustan literature.