All of these works are part of the Neoclassical Period also known as the Augustan Age:
The Räpe of the Lock: Is a mock-heroic epic poem written by Alexander Pope in 1712. In this work Pope presents a 18th Century version based on the narratives of Greek epics such as The Odyssey or The Iliad. One of these elements is the introduction of "sylphs" as guardian spirits. With a playful tone, the author tells the story of an encounter between Lord Petre and Arabella Fermor. In the middle of the encounter, Petre cut a lock of Arabella’s hair resulting in a families’ dispute. Moreover, throughout the poem, Pope made a critic to both impulsive nature and to the English upper class.
A Modest Proposal: Is an essay written by Jonathan Swift in 1729. In the essay, Swift deals with cannibalism and criticizes the exploitation of Ireland. With a satirical and a matter-of-fact tone, Swift presents a solution to the lack of food and overpopulation in Ireland. As a result, he proposes that the babies of the poorest ones should be bred for feeding the richest.
Robinson Crusoe: Is a novel written by Daniel Defoe in 1719. As happens with many of his works, Dafoe narrates the story of the title character and his experiences in an island in the Caribbean by using a remorseful tone. This novel is one of the few works of the Neoclassical period that is not a satire.
