The R-ape of the Lock is a long narrative poem written by Alexander Pope. The poem belongs to the genre of mock-heroin which became popular during the 18th century in Europe. In this poem, Pope mocks epic poetry by appropriating its grandeur and elaborate descriptions and using them to describe a small, common event: the stealing of a lock of hair. Among the elements that Pope uses are a lengthy tale, the presence of an important hero and the presence of supernatural forces.
