An Essay on Man: Moral Essays and Satires

“An Essay on Man” is a philosophical poem by Alexander Pope, exploring the relationship between God, human nature, and society. Written in heroic couplets, the poem discusses themes of order, reason, and balance, reflecting the rationalistic belief that all things in the universe happen for a reason. It encourages a stoic acceptance of our place in the natural order, with the famous line “Whatever is, is right” emphasizing this philosophy. Alexander Pope (1688-1744) was an English poet and satirist of the Enlightenment era, known for his mastery of the heroic couplet and satirical works such as “The Dunciad” and “The Rape of the Lock.” Despite facing challenges due to his Catholic faith, Pope became one of the most prominent English poets of the early 18th century and the first poet to support himself entirely on his writing. —- ISBN: 9798332715761