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Episode 293: Who Is the Dreamer? (Borges' "The Circular Ruins")
Very Bad Wizards
Dreams and Creation
This chapter explores the transformative journey of a dreamer who crafts a living being while grappling with philosophical themes of creation and existence. It intertwines Gnostic ideas with the narrative, examining the flawed nature of the creator, paralleling the Demiurge with biblical figures. Through vivid imagery and complex relationships between dreams and reality, the discussion raises profound questions about identity, fate, and the emotional intricacies of nurturing one's creations.
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