“In pride, in reasoning pride, our error lies;All quit their sphere and rush into the skies.Pride still is aiming at the blest abodes, Men would be angels, angels would be gods. Aspiring to be gods, if angels fell, Aspiring to be angels, men rebel.”

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.