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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Labyrinths
Book • 1976
Jorge Luis Borges's "Labyrinths" is a collection of his most celebrated short stories, showcasing his mastery of intricate plots and philosophical themes.
The stories often explore the nature of reality, time, and identity, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
Borges's unique style, characterized by its intellectual depth and playful use of metafiction, has had a profound influence on literature and popular culture.
Many of his stories feature recurring motifs like libraries, mirrors, and labyrinths, symbolizing the complexities of human experience.
His work continues to fascinate readers with its intellectual stimulation and imaginative power.
The stories often explore the nature of reality, time, and identity, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
Borges's unique style, characterized by its intellectual depth and playful use of metafiction, has had a profound influence on literature and popular culture.
Many of his stories feature recurring motifs like libraries, mirrors, and labyrinths, symbolizing the complexities of human experience.
His work continues to fascinate readers with its intellectual stimulation and imaginative power.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Mentioned by 

as one of his literary influences.


David Eagleman

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Mentioned by 

as a novel featuring the Cathars, offering a feminist perspective.


Dominic Sandbrook

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as the book that had the greatest influence on him as it taught him more about history.


Stephen Kotkin

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Mentioned in the episode description and the transcript for his frequent use of labyrinth symbolism.

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Through the Labyrinth: A Journey Through Inner Chaos
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as a novel she wrote, requiring 15 years of research.


Kate Mosse

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Why Is AI Stealing Books?
Mentioned as a reference for void gods.

Alien Invasion – Dragon Empire Prep Session 31
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as a book that influenced her, highlighting its impact on her early years.


Rebecca Solnit

Rebecca Solnit on Harvey Weinstein, feminism, and social change
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when discussing 

’s work and insights.

Paul F. Austin


Robert Edward Grant

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as mind-expanding short stories, suggesting "The Immortals" as a starting point.


Ram Ahluwalia

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Mentioned by Rhianna Dillon as one of 

's titles.


Kate Mosse

How Penguin Books turned the UK into a nation of readers
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as part of her Labyrinth trilogy.


Kate Mosse

Kate Mosse on Recognising Women's Success