Mikhail Bulgakov's The White Guard by Andrew Upton

Mikhail Bulgakov, adapted by Andrew Upton, 2010

Overview

Amidst a climate of intense chaos, friends arrive from turbulent streets as brothers prepare to join the White Guard. The atmosphere is charged with heady energy, marked by the consumption of vodka, moments of collapse, passionate declamations, and the simple acts of bathing, playing guitar, and falling in love.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in adaptations of classic Russian literature.
• Those seeking dramatic narratives set during periods of historical upheaval.
• Fans of playwright Andrew Upton's work.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 112
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Faber
• Year: 2010
• ISBN: 9780571268597