The Intruder by Jorge Luis Borges
A man returns to his home after a long absence and finds it occupied by an intruder who claims to be the owner of the house. The man tries to reason with him but the intruder refuses to leave, citing a series of documents that prove he has been living in the house for years.
By Jorge Luis Borges · First published 1952 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Tragedy, Psychological Fiction · 1,984 words
First lines
The Intruder. passing the love of women.
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The Intruder is listed on Textopian as a short story by Jorge Luis Borges, dated 1952 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jorge Luis Borges
- Date: 1952 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Tragedy, Psychological Fiction, Historical Fiction, Crime Fiction
- Length: 1,984 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The narrative explores complex human emotions and relationships, focusing on themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal.
- Tragedy — The story culminates in a tragic ending, with the death of a central character and the emotional turmoil of the protagonists.
- Psychological Fiction — The plot delves into the psychological states of the characters, examining their inner conflicts and motivations.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and cultural context reflect a specific historical period in Argentina, providing a backdrop for the narrative.
Tags
Philosophical Fiction · Psychological Thriller · Short Story Collection · Existentialism · Paradox · Mystery · Literary Experimentation · Symbolism · Absurdism · Mind Games · Identity Crisis · Reality Distortion