The Library of Babel

Name: The Library of Babel
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780241630860
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By Jorge Luis Borges

Series: Little Clothbound Classics

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Summary

The Library of Babel by Jorge Luis Borges explores an infinite library containing every possible combination of letters and symbols, meaning every conceivable book exists within it. The inhabitants of this vast, labyrinthine library search for meaning amidst the overwhelming chaos of the infinite volumes. This philosophical short story delves into themes of knowledge, futility, and the search for understanding.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate mind-bending philosophical explorations and intricate storytelling. It's a fascinating reflection on the infinite nature of information, language, and human understanding.

The Library of Babel

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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.

Book Details

INFORMATION

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

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Fiction General Fiction Jorge Luis Borges Literary Fiction Series: Little Clothbound Classics

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.