The Circular Ruins by Jorge Luis Borges
In a mystical and dreamlike narrative, a solitary magician embarks on an ambitious quest to create a human being through sheer willpower and imagination. Isolated in the ruins of an ancient temple, he meticulously dreams of his creation, imbuing it with life and consciousness. As the dreamer becomes increasingly consumed by his creation, he grapples with the nature of reality and illusion, ultimately confronting a profound revelation about his own existence. The story explores themes of creation, identity, and the blurred lines between dreams and reality.
- Published
- 1940
- Nationality
- Argentinian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 5-10
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- Alternate Titles
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