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The Library of Babel
Series: Little Clothbound Classics
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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics—irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas, and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.
Jorge Luis Borges remains one of the most influential short story writers of the twentieth century, whose spellbinding tales of magic, mystery, and murder are shot through with deep philosophical paradoxes. This collection brings together many of his greatest stories, including The Garden of Forking Paths, The Book of Sand, and Shakespeare's Memory.
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The Library of Babel by Jorge Luis Borges is hailed for its imaginative and thought-provoking premise. Reviewers praise Borges' ability to explore complex themes of infinity, knowledge, and existentialism within the confines of a seemingly infinite library. The narrative is often described as profound and intellectually stimulating, with readers appreciating its depth and philosophical insights.
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ISBN: 9780241630860
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 25 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 117.0mm
Height: 168.0mm
Weight: 210g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Jorge Luis Borges was born in Buenos Aires in 1899 and educated in Europe. One of the most widely acclaimed writers of our times, he published many collections of poems, essays and short stories, before his death in Geneva in June 1986.
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