"A World by the Tale" is a humorous science fiction story that explores the consequences of taking idiomatic expressions too literally. The protagonist, Jair, is a linguist who is studying the language and culture of an alien species called the Parahuans. During his research, he discovers that the Parahuans have a unique way of interpreting idioms—they believe that idioms are literal descriptions of reality rather than figurative expressions.When Jair accidentally uses an idiom during a conversation with the Parahuans, they take it literally and believe that he has the power to make their wishes come true. Chaos ensues as the Parahuans start making absurd requests, leading to humorous and bizarre situations. Jair must find a way to undo the misunderstanding and restore order before things spiral out of control.The story uses satire and wit to comment on the complexities of language and the misunderstandings that can arise when idiomatic expressions are interpreted literally. It also explores themes of cultural differences, communication, and the importance of context in language.