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The Book of Imaginary Beings

Average rating
4 out of 5
Based on 3,064 Ratings and 185 Reviews

Book Description
Jorge Luis Borges is generally acknowledged to be not only the greatest living writer in the Spanish language today but a giant in the world of literature. In "The Book of Imaginary Beings" Borges has drawn upon his vast knowledge of international literature to complete a modern variation of the traditional bestiary.

In 120 pieces, he assembles bizarre and beautiful creatures from all c... More
Book Information
PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
BindingPaperback (26 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages176
ISBN-100140037098
ISBN-13978-0140037098
Publication Date/1974
The Creators
About Jorge Luis & Guerrero, Margarita Borges (Author) : Jorge Luis & Guerrero, Margarita Borges is a published author. A published credit of Jorge Luis & Guerrero, Margarita Borges is The Book of Imaginary Beings.
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About Jorge Luis Borges (Author) : Jorge Luis Borges is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Jorge Luis Borges include El Hacedor, The Book of Imaginary Beings (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition).
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