Borges, Jorge Luis

The Lottery in Babylon

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ISBN 13:: 9781912475964
author:: Borges, Jorge Luis
format:: Paperback
publisher:: ERIS
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 20
Dimensions:: 25 x 15 x 1.5 centimetres (0.67
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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The Lottery in Babylon by Jorge Luis Borges is a haunting meditation on chance, paranoia and divinity. In this thought-provoking short story, a mysterious Company administers a lottery that can elevate citizens to positions of wealth and power or condemn them to shameful punishments. Borges's characteristic brilliance shines through in this fantastical tale, which raises questions about the nature of fate and the role of chance in our lives. Beautifully produced by Eris Gems, this booklet presents outstanding short works of fiction and non-fiction that are sure to appeal to readers. With its unique blend of philosophy and psychological insight, The Lottery in Babylon is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the human condition through literature.

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