
Song 176, “Sympathy for the Devil” by the Rolling Stones, part 3: “Every Cop is a Criminal and All the Sinners Saints”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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The Devil's Inspiration
This chapter examines the connections between 'Sympathy for the Devil' and Mikhail Bulgakov's 'The Master and Margarita,' focusing on themes of censorship and the resilience of literature. It highlights the intricate narrative elements and philosophical questions surrounding good and evil, as well as the song's artistic roots in Bulgakov's critique of the Soviet literary landscape.
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