Jorge Francisco Isidoro Luis Borges Acevedo (24 August 1899 – 14 June 1986), known as Jorge Luis Borges, was one of the most significant literary figures of the 20th century. He wrote numerous short stories, essays, and poems that have influenced literature and thought worldwide. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Borges later became the director of the National Public Library and a professor of English literature. His work in blending fantastical elements with realistic settings has left a lasting imprint on the literary world.