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The Book of Sand and Shakespeare's Memory

By Jorge Luis Borges
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
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The Book of Sand and Shakespeare's Memory is a collection of stories exploring themes of infinity, time, and the enigmatic nature of reality. Borges leads you through tales of obsessions, mysterious books, and the haunting memories of literary genius. Each story intricately weaves the author's philosophical musings with rich narrative prose, engaging the reader in a labyrinth of thought-provoking scenarios.
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This intriguing collection of stories by Jorge Luis Borges may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the themes of the infinite and the mysterious. Known for his exceptional imagination and captivating storytelling, Borges weaves tales that blur the boundaries of dreams and reality, challenging perceptions of time and identity. Perfect for readers who appreciate philosophical reflections and labyrinthine narratives.

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The Book of Sand and Shakespeare's Memory

Includes the stories "The Congress", "Undr", "The Mirror and the Mask", "August 25, 1983", "Blue Tigers", "The Rose of Paracelsus" and "Shakespeare's Memory".

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One of the most remarkable artists of our age. — Mario Vargas Llosa

The Book of Sand was the last of Borges' major collections to be published. The stories are, in his words, 'variations on favourite themes... combining a plain and at times almost colloquial style with a fantastic plot'.

It includes such marvellous tales as 'The Congress', 'Undr' and 'The Mirror and the Mask'. Also included are the handful of stories written right at the end of Borges' life — 'August 25, 1983', 'Blue Tigers', 'The Rose of Paracelsus' and 'Shakespeare's Memory'.

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The Book of Sand and Shakespeare's Memory by Jorge Luis Borges is highly praised for its intriguing blend of reality and the surreal, showcasing Borges' rich imagination and philosophical depth. Reviewers often admire his ability to weave complex narratives in a succinct, poetic style, sparking contemplation and wonder. Many readers appreciate the exploration of themes like the infinite nature of stories and the enigma of memory, though some find the abstract nature challenging.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141183824

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 April 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Andrew Hurley
  • Translated by Andrew Hurley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 138g

Pages: 176

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Fiction General Fiction Jorge Luis Borges Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Modern Classics

About the Author

JORGE LUIS BORGES (1899-1986) now has in print with Modern Classics the short story collections THE ALEPH, FICTIONS, BRODIE'S REPORT, A UNIVERSAL HISTORY OF INFAMY and THE BOOK OF IMAGINARY BEINGS. In addition Modern Classics publishes his SELECTEDPOEMS and THE TOTAL LIBRARY, a selection of his non-fiction which in 2000 won the National Book Critic's Circle award.

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