When I Wake Up is a short story by Jorge Luis Borges that explores the concept of dreams and reality. The narrator wakes up in a strange room, unsure if he is awake or still dreaming. He tries to distinguish between his dreams and reality but finds it difficult. As he navigates through different scenarios, he realizes that even when he thinks he has woken up, he may still be dreaming. The story raises questions about the nature of consciousness and perception.
By Jorge Luis Borges · First published 1973 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Metafiction, Literary Fiction