In this epic poem, two rival orders of monks battle for control of a monastery. Written in both German and Polish, it offers an intriguing look at the tension between the two cultures in Eastern Europe at the time.
The narrative features an epic struggle between mice and rats against the threat of extermination by cats under the cowardly King Popiel. The Hag of Discord fuels rivalry among monastic orders, which is humorously mitigated by their shared love for fortified spirits. This collection includes Krasicki's renowned mock epics, showcasing his sharp satire of the Church and society, paralleling literary giants like Voltaire and Swift. The translation by Charles S. Kraszewski also includes "The Chocim War," offering a glimpse into Krasicki's serious epic poetry.