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“You spoke your words as though you denied the very existence of the shadows or of evil. Think, now: where would your good be if there were no evil and what would the world look like without shadow?”

Quote by Mikhail Bulgakov

Book:The Master and Margarita
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The Master and Margarita

This novel is a complex work that combines elements of fantasy and realism, featuring a protagonist who is a Soviet-era writer and his encounters with a mysterious woman named Margarita. The story is set against the backdrop of the 1920s and 1930s in the Soviet Union and is known for its rich symbolism and allegorical content. more

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Mikhail Bulgakov
Mikhail Bulgakov

Mikhail Bulgakov was a Russian writer born on May 15, 1891, and died on March 10, 1940. Known for his unique humor and profound satire, his works include 'The Master and Margarita'. more

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