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The Master and Margarita
Book • 1967
The novel intertwines several narratives, including the story of Pontius Pilate and Jesus Christ, and the adventures of the devil Woland and his entourage in Moscow.
The Master, a writer who has been driven to insanity by the rejection of his novel about Pontius Pilate, and his mistress Margarita, who remains loyal and determined to save him, are central characters.
Margarita's journey involves becoming a witch and hosting Woland's midnight ball, where she uses her newfound powers for altruistic ends.
The book is a critique of Soviet society, exposing corruption, moral decay, and the repression of artists and dissidents.
It blends elements of satire, fantasy, and philosophical inquiry, reflecting Bulgakov's personal experiences with censorship and societal pressures.
The Master, a writer who has been driven to insanity by the rejection of his novel about Pontius Pilate, and his mistress Margarita, who remains loyal and determined to save him, are central characters.
Margarita's journey involves becoming a witch and hosting Woland's midnight ball, where she uses her newfound powers for altruistic ends.
The book is a critique of Soviet society, exposing corruption, moral decay, and the repression of artists and dissidents.
It blends elements of satire, fantasy, and philosophical inquiry, reflecting Bulgakov's personal experiences with censorship and societal pressures.
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Mentioned by Dmitry Korkin as a powerful book that impacted his early life, highlighting its intertwining parallel lives and magical romance.
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Mentioned by Dmitri Dolgov as one of his favorite books, highlighting its accessibility and enduring appeal.
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Eddie Hood as an example of a fiction book with rich characters and scenes that benefit from slow, attentive reading.
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