The Book of Imaginary Beings by
DETAILED SUMMARY / BACK COVER
Jorge Luis Borges, in collaboration with Margarita Guerrero, presents
The Book of Imaginary Beings
, a meticulously compiled compendium of 116 creatures born from human imagination across time and cultures. This edition features twenty striking illustrations by Peter Sís, bringing to life beings from ancient mythologies like dragons and centaurs to literary figures such as Lewis Carroll's Cheshire Cat and H. G. Wells' Morlocks.
Why You Should Read?
Explore a diverse collection of mythical and literary creatures spanning global folklore and literature.
Experience the unique synergy of Jorge Luis Borges' erudite prose and Peter Sís' evocative illustrations.
Delve into the fascinating study of the human imagination and its capacity to conceive the extraordinary.
An essential volume for admirers of fantasy, mythology, and the distinctive works of Jorge Luis Borges.