... Lock" as a mock-heroic. A heroic poem consists of beings that transcend those living on earth. The typical supernatural beings are grand in physique and possess strength uncommon to man. Beowulf and Grendel are perfect manifestations of the supernatural in heroic poetry. "The Rape of Lock" portrays creatures that stray from the familiar God-like beings. Sylphs were miniature in stature ... freed from mortal laws, with ease Assume what sexes and shape they please." The sylph Ariel protects Belinda, the main character of poem. Ariel guides Belinda in her daily activities and longs to keep B...

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