Batrachomyomachia is a mock-epic poem attributed to Homer, often considered a parody of the grand style of epic poetry. The title translates to "The Battle of the Frogs and Mice," and it humorously depicts a conflict between these two animals, highlighting their absurdity and triviality compared to the grand themes of traditional epics. The poem is composed in dactylic hexameter, similar to The Iliad and The Odyssey. It serves as a playful commentary on the nature of war and heroism, using the unlikely characters of frogs and mice to satirize human conflicts and the seriousness with which they are often treated.