Mikhail Bulgakov was a Russian writer known for his unique blend of fantasy, satire, and social commentary. His most famous work, The Master and Margarita, explores themes of good and evil through a narrative that intertwines the story of the Devil visiting Soviet Moscow with a retelling of the trial of Jesus Christ. Bulgakov's other notable works include Heart of a Dog, which critiques the Soviet regime through the transformation of a stray dog into a human, and The White Guard, a semi-autobiographical novel set during the Russian Civil War. His writings often reflect the struggles of creativity under oppressive political conditions.