“There is no friend as loyal as a book.”

This article offers a detailed analysis of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel The Master and Margarita. It includes a summary and overview of the plot, an in-depth examination of the main characters—Woland, the Master, and Margarita—as well as key themes and symbols. We also answer popular questions about the book, revealing its philosophical depth and the story behind its creation. This guide will help you understand why the novel remains one of the greatest works of the twentieth cen