"The Circular Ruins" is a short story by Jorge Luis Borges, and it is one of his best known stories. It is about a wizard, whose only job was to dream of the perfect man, so as to create him.
On the down side, I believe this story is quite complicated to understand because of the sophisticated terminology that Borges uses in all of his literary works. Besides, the plot is already complex, apart from the elaborated phrases.
On the plus side, however, the author managed to create an interesting piece that people who have studied beforehand the symbols that are repeated in all of his writings, will enjoy. It is also admirable how he could narrate so much in such a short story.
Over all, I would not recommend this particular story to be read by people who have not researched enough about it before. Otherwise, a lot of essential things would be lost.
By Ami
