Written in the early 18th century, Pope's Essay on Man is a masterpiece of English poetry and philosophy. In it, Pope addresses some of the most pressing issues of his day, including the nature of humankind, the role of reason and faith, and the problem of evil. This edition, edited by M. Pattison, provides an authoritative text of Pope's classic work.

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