The Master and Margarita

Style and Technique

"The Master and Margarita" by Mikhail Bulgakov is distinguished by its complex and multilayered style, combining elements of satire, fantasy, and philosophical parable. The language of the work is rich and varied, with the author using both high and colloquial vocabulary to convey different social and cultural layers. Literary techniques include irony, grotesque, allusions to biblical and classical texts, as well as intertextuality. The structure of the novel is nonlinear, consisting of two parallel storylines: one unfolds in 1930s Moscow, the other in ancient Jerusalem. These lines intertwine and complement each other, creating a deep philosophical context. Symbols and metaphors play an important role, such as the image of Woland, embodying the devil, and Pontius Pilate, symbolizing eternal moral dilemmas. The novel is also rich in magical and mystical elements, giving it a special atmosphere and depth.