What would happen if a doctor implanted the pituitary gland and testicles of a man into the body of a stray dog? In Mikhail Bulgakov's topsy-turvy world, the dog starts to walk on two legs, drink, smoke, thieve, chase women and recite every swear word in Russian. The perfect candidate for a government official, in other words. This rude, riotous send-up of the Soviet Union, banned immediately on publication, is satire red in tooth and claw.
Mikhail Bulgakov
Mikhail Bulgakov was a Russian writer and playwright known for his satirical and fantastical works that often critiqued Soviet society. His most notable work is "The Master and Margarita," a novel that blends elements of fantasy and political commentary. Bulgakov's writing style is characterized by dark humor, vivid imagery, and a satirical tone that challenges societal norms. Despite facing censorship and persecution during his lifetime, Bulgakov's works have since been recognized as literary masterpieces that continue to influence the genre of political satire and magical realism.
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