The Cabal of Hypocrites

Historical Context and Significance

«The Cabal of Hypocrites» by Mikhail Bulgakov is a play written in 1936 that explores the life and work of Jean-Baptiste Molière, the great French playwright. Bulgakov uses the historical context of 17th-century France to draw parallels with the present and to showcase the artist's struggle against authority and censorship. The play reflects Bulgakov's personal experiences, his conflicts with Soviet authority and censorship, making it an important work for understanding the cultural and political climate of the time. The play's influence on culture lies in its profound analysis of the relationship between the artist and the state, as well as its artistic value as a work that continues to inspire and engage audiences and readers.