{"product_id":"9781847497826","title":"The Master and Margarita: New Translation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Master and Margarita\u003c\/strong\u003e is a seminal work by Mikhail Bulgakov, renowned for its intricate narrative and rich symbolism. This new translation breathes fresh life into a story that traverses the realms of fantasy, reality, and philosophical inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the tumultuous backdrop of 1930s Moscow, the novel introduces a mysterious professor of black magic, who reveals himself to be the Devil. His arrival catalyses a series of chaotic events that disrupt the lives of the city's cultural elite, exposing their hypocrisy and moral decay. Simultaneously, the narrative follows the Master, a tortured writer who has sought refuge in a lunatic asylum after facing persecution for his work. His love, Margarita, embarks on a daring journey to reunite with him, navigating the intersection of love, sacrifice, and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood and Evil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The novel delves into the duality of human nature, exploring the fine line between virtue and vice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInnocence and Guilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through the characters' struggles, Bulgakov examines the complexities of moral judgement and societal expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and Censorship:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plight of the Master serves as a poignant commentary on the role of the artist in an oppressive regime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"Manuscripts don’t burn.\" \n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its blend of satire, romance, and philosophical discourse, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Master and Margarita\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as a timeless exploration of the human condition. Readers who appreciate works that intertwine the surreal with the profound, such as those by Gabriel García Márquez or Franz Kafka, will find much to ponder in Bulgakov's masterwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alma Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481741386060,"sku":"9781847497826","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781847497826_front.webp?v=1765302900","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-se\/products\/9781847497826","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}