Jorge Luis Borges: A Writer on the Edge (Critical Studies in Latin American and Iberian Culture)

Sarlo, in a series of lectures (some originally in Spanish, some originally in English), provides an almost ideal introduction to the world of Borges. Jorge Luis Borges is generally acknowledged to be one of the twentieth century's most significant writers. Yet in all the critical debates on his work, the fact that he is Argentinian is rarely discussed, as if his international reputation had somehow cleansed him of nationality. In this brilliant introduction to his work, Sarlo challenges these'universalist'readings, arguing that they leave aside vital aspects of Borges'writing, including his powerful vision of Argentina's past and its traditions, which placed both the writer and his country at the intersection of European and Latin American culture. Jorge Luis Borges is generally acknowledged to be one of the 20th century's most significant writers. But, the fact that he is an Argentine writer is rarely discussed. This is an introduction to the work of Jorge Luis Borges. Beatriz Sarlo ; Edited By John King. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. The Introduction & Chapters 1, 7 & 8 Were Originally Written In Spanish.