Question

What is the final battle in The R a p e of the Lock, and how does Pope present it in a mock-epic style?

Answer 1

The final battle in The Rap3 of the Lock is the pinnacle of the long sequence of mock-heroic military actions. The Pope presents it in mock-epic style by invoking the name of the Roman gods that were most active in warfare, and he mentions Aeneid, while comparing the indomitable Baron to Aeneas who left his love to be the founder of Rome. The tossing of the snuff makes for a flawless turning point, which is perfectly suited to the magnitude of this battle.