Title
The Heart of a Dog,Used
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A new edition of Bulgakovs fantastical precursor to The Master and Margarita, part of Melville Houses reissue of the Bulgakov backlist in Michael Glennys celebrated translations.A key work of early modernism, this is the superbly comic story of a Soviet scientist and a scroungy Moscow mongrel named Sharik. Attempting a medical first, the scientist transplants the glands of a petty criminal into the dog and, with that, turns a distinctly worryingly human animal loose on the city. The new, lecherous, vulgar, Engelsspouting Sharik soon finds his niche in govenrmental bureaucracy as the official in charge of purging the city of cats.A Frankenstein fable thats as funny as it is terrifying, Heart of a Dog has also been read as a fierce parable of the Russian Revolution. It was rejected for publication by the censors in 1925, and circulated in samizdat for years until Michael Glenny translated it into English in 1968long before it was allowed to be officially published in the Soviet Union. That happened only in 1987, although till this day the book remains one of Mikhail Bulgakovs most controversial novels in his native country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Heart of a Dog'? A: The main theme of 'The Heart of a Dog' revolves around the transformation of a stray dog into a human-like creature through a scientific experiment, exploring concepts of identity, morality, and the impacts of societal change in post-revolutionary Russia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Heart of a Dog'? A: 'The Heart of a Dog' is written by Mikhail Bulgakov, a prominent Russian author known for his critical and satirical works.
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Heart of a Dog'? A: The genre of 'The Heart of a Dog' can be classified as a satirical novel with elements of fantasy and early modernism.
- Q: What are the key features of this book edition? A: This edition of 'The Heart of a Dog' is a reprint published on July 30, 2013, and is presented in paperback format, with a total of 144 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Heart of a Dog' suitable for younger readers? A: 'The Heart of a Dog' contains themes and language that may be more suitable for mature readers due to its satirical commentary on society and human behavior.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but remains readable.
- Q: When was 'The Heart of a Dog' first published? A: 'The Heart of a Dog' was initially rejected for publication in 1925 and circulated in samizdat until it was officially published in the Soviet Union in 1987.
- Q: Can you give a brief summary of the plot? A: The plot follows a Moscow scientist who experiments on a stray dog named Sharik, resulting in the dog's transformation into a human with undesirable traits, leading to humorous and tragic events that critique societal norms.
- Q: What is the significance of the transformation in the story? A: The transformation in 'The Heart of a Dog' serves as a critique of the human condition, exploring themes of morality, identity, and the absurdities of Soviet bureaucracy.
- Q: Are there any notable translations of 'The Heart of a Dog'? A: Yes, the English translation by Michael Glenny is particularly celebrated, as it made the novel accessible to a wider audience for the first time.