The Other Death

Book Review

In «The Other Death», Jorge Luis Borges once again proves himself a master of paradox and metaphysical play with reality. Through the fate of the soldier Martin Irala, whose death is neither singular nor final, the author explores the fragility of time and memory, turning a historical episode into a philosophical parable. Borges skillfully erases the boundaries between past and present, between personal and collective memory, prompting the reader to reflect on the nature of truth and the possibility of its transformation. Critics note the conciseness and precision of his language, the richness of allusions, and the profound symbolism, thanks to which the brief text acquires depth and invites repeated readings. «The Other Death» is not merely a story about one man’s fate, but a meditation on how history rewrites itself in people’s minds, and how myth becomes an inseparable part of reality.