Bulgakov was a Soviet playwright, novelist, and short story writer best known for his humor and penetrating satire. Because of their realism and humor, Bulgakov's works enjoyed great popularity, but their trenchant criticism of Soviet mores was increasingly unacceptable to the authorities. Contents: THE CUP OF LIFE KOMAROV CASE MOSCOW SETTINGS PSALM MOONSHINE SPRINGS SEANCE SHIFTING ACCOMMODATION THE BEER STORY THE EMBROIDERED TOWEL

Mikhail Afanasyevich Bulgakov (1891 - 1940) - Soviet playwright, novelist, and short-story writer best known for his humour and penetrating satire.