Summary: By most accounts, Mikhail Bulgakov was Russia's most talented writer of fiction in the 20th century. For not only was he gifted with prose, but he also showed uncommon courage in the face of mounting oppression. Edythe Haber gives us a glimpse of this amazing writer's life and work.
This article appeared in the July/Aug 2001 issue of Russian Life. The text of this article is not available online. Follow the link to the full issue listing to see if the back issue is available through our webstore.
Subscribe to Russian Life
Join Our List
Free Weekly Russia File newsletter. Exclusive discounts.
Ten Reasons to Subscribe to Russian Life
Free Gift with every new subscription
Hype-free stories of life in Russia
Gorgeous color photography, beautifully presented
Concise, balanced reporting on news and trends
Language columns to build your Russian
Stories that take you off beaten paths: fron Siberia to Sochi
Great food and travel info with regular departments
Reviews of the latest books, movies and events related to Russia