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Tri Zhizni Mikhaila Bulgakova

In his new book the author of "Bulgakov Encyclopedia" gives a novel interpretation of the life and work of the outstanding writer M. Bulgakov (1891-1939). The researcher throws light on many themes of "Master and Margarita", "Moliere", "White Guard", etc. The book singles out three distinct and dissimilar periods of the writer`s life: before 1919, when Bulgakov the doctor made few literary publications, the 1920s, when he became widely known as a playwright, and the 1930s, when he earned his living as a modest theater employee and wrote his masterpiece "Master and Margarita". The author discusses the ways contemporary life was depicted in Bulgakov`s works, and identifies real prototypes for his literary characters. Supplements include biographical dates, short bibliography, name and title indices.