The Devil, disguised as a professor, arrives in Moscow, wreaking havoc and exposing the hypocrisy of Soviet society.

Interwoven with this satirical narrative is the story of Pontius Pilate and Yeshua Ha-Nozri (Jesus). Bulgakov blends fantasy, satire, and philosophical inquiry, creating a multi-layered masterpiece. Talking cats, magical events, and biblical figures collide in a story that explores themes of good and evil, love and betrayal, and the power of art.

Written during Stalin's regime, its publication history is a testament to the power of literature.