Mikhail Bulgakov
What’s inside
Mikhail Bulgakov’s ‘The Master and Margarita’ is a satirical fantasy that intertwines the fates of Pontius Pilate and a writer in 1930s Moscow with the devil’s visit to the atheistic city.
You’ll Learn
- Insight into Soviet-era Russian culture and censorship
- Exploration of the themes of good vs. evil
- Appreciation for rich, multi-layered storytelling
- Understanding of the interplay between the supernatural and the mundane
Key Points
- The devil visits 1930s Soviet Moscow
- The interwoven story of Pontius Pilate
- Marginalized writer creates a work about Christ
- Margarita’s pact with the devil for her lover
- The fantastical Midnight Ball
- The crucifixion from a new perspective
- The nature of good and evil debated
Who’s it For
- Fans of Russian literature
- Readers of satirical fantasy
- Those interested in philosophical and political themes
- Lovers of complex narratives
About the author
Mikhail Bulgakov was a prominent Soviet writer known for his satirical take on Soviet society, his deep philosophical insights, and complex narrative styles.