Question

6. In spite of modern modes of communication, Borges believes that books will not disappear? Illustrate.​

Answer 1

Answer:

According to Borges, among the many inventions of man, the book is undoubtedly the most astounding of all. All others are extensions of our bodies. The telephone is the extension of our voice, the telescope and the microscope are extensions of our sight and the sword and the plough are extensions of our arms. Only the book is an extension of our imagination and memory. Modern modes in communications have not developed anything to work as a substitute for our imagination and memory.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The modern developments in communications will not replace books.' Explain with reference to. Jorge Luis Borges' thoughts on this.