Fiction in which the author self-consciously alludes to the artificiality or literariness of a work by parodying or departing from novelistic conventions.

The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.

The state of being dual or having two parts, often referring to conflicting aspects.

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

A statement or situation that appears self-contradictory but contains a deeper truth.

The perception or reputation of someone or something held by the public.

One's personal and internal perception of oneself, separate from public view.

The essence or existence of a person or thing.

The act of producing literary works, such as novels, poems, or essays.

The mental process involving the generation of new ideas or concepts, or new associations between existing ideas or concepts.

A narrative mode in which the story is told through the perspective of a single character, using 'yo'.

An account of a person's life written by that person.

First-person narration uses 'yo' and provides a personal, subjective viewpoint, enhancing reader connection but limiting perspective.

Reflexive verbs (e.g., 'se mira') emphasize actions done to oneself, highlighting self-awareness and internal reflection.

The present tense creates a sense of immediacy and timelessness, emphasizing the ongoing internal conflict and duality.

Short, declarative sentences create clarity and directness, allowing complex philosophical concepts to be easily understood.

The use of 'pero' introduces contrast and contradiction, emphasizing the duality and internal conflict within Borges.

'Ser' defines inherent, permanent qualities, while 'estar' describes temporary states. Borges uses both to explore his fluctuating identity.

Conditional sentences (e.g., 'Si yo fuera...') allow Borges to explore hypothetical scenarios and alternative identities.

The subjunctive mood (e.g., 'dudo que sea') conveys doubt, subjectivity, and hypothetical situations, reflecting Borges's introspection.

Adjectives like 'real' for 'Yo' and 'literario' for 'Borges' highlight the contrast between the author's self and his persona.

Pronouns like 'yo' and 'él' create a clear distinction between the narrator's personal experiences and the actions of his literary persona.

Conjunctions such as 'y' (and) and 'pero' (but) connect and contrast ideas, reflecting the duality and complexity of his identity.

Adverbs like 'constantemente' (constantly) and 'íntimamente' (intimately) add nuance to the descriptions of actions and qualities, enhancing the introspective tone.

It allows the reader direct access to the narrator's thoughts and feelings, creating a sense of intimacy and subjectivity.

Reflexive verbs emphasize the subject acting upon themselves, highlighting self-reflection and internal processes.

Ambiguity allows for multiple interpretations, enriching the text and prompting the reader to engage more actively with its meaning.

Paradox introduces contradictions that challenge conventional thinking, leading to deeper exploration of themes and ideas.

The imperfect tense provides context and background information, setting the scene and conveying a sense of continuity or repetition.

Conjunctions show the connection and the separation between the two characters, highlighting their complex relationship.

The shifting use of pronouns blurs the lines between the author and his persona, challenging the notion of a fixed identity.

The subjunctive mood conveys a sense of uncertainty, speculation, or subjectivity, reflecting the author's internal conflict.

Descriptive adjectives highlight the contrast between the real-life author and his literary creation, emphasizing their distinct characteristics.

Rhetorical questions invite the reader to engage with the author's self-examination, prompting reflection on the themes of identity and creativity.