Short Story Discussion: "The Circular Ruins" by Jorge Luis Borges
Friday, September 11, 2026 · 12:00 PM EDT · Riverdale Library · Bronx, NY
Get more events like this
Free daily picks for live events around Bronx. No account needed.
Unsubscribe any time.
About this event
Join the staff at Riverdale for a discussion of "The Circular Ruins" by Jorge Luis Borges! [[{"fid":"397080","view_mode":"default","fields":{"format":"default","alignment":"","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":false,"field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]":false},"link_text":null,"type":"media","field_deltas":{"7":{"format":"default","alignment":"","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":false,"field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]":false}},"attributes":{"height":302,"width":699,"class":"media-element file-default","data-delta":"7"}}]] A stranger retreats to the ruins of an ancient temple determined to fulfill an impossible dream. As he devotes himself to creating a life from his own imagination, the line between dream and reality grows increasingly uncertain, culminating in a startling revelation. Tea and refreshments will be available. Printed copies of the short story will be available at the Riverdale Library. Or READ ONLINE.
Description from nypl.org