This video is a complete retelling of Mikhail Bulgakov's novella "Heart of a Dog," with analysis and conclusions at the end.

Learn how the homeless dog Sharik became Polygraph Polygraphovich Sharikov, and what Bulgakov wanted to convey with this story.

Timecodes:
00:00 — Introduction: the creation and banning of "Heart of a Dog."
00:53 — Part 1. The Homeless Dog: Sharik's thoughts on the injustice of the world and an encounter with a mysterious gentleman.
02:51 — Seven Rooms in Moscow in the 1920s: an introduction to Professor Preobrazhensky and his daily life.
05:21 — Part 2. Uninvited Guests: the conflict with Shvonder and the famous "compaction" scene.
06:41 — The Professor's Famous Speech: Why "Devastation Is Not in the Closets, but in the Minds."
07:15 — Part 3. Operation: Klim Chugunkin's pituitary gland transplant.
09:10 — Part 4. Transformation: Dr. Bormental's diary and the first human traits.
11:17 — Part 5. Meet Polygraph Polygraphovich Sharikov. The manners and instincts of the new "man."
13:38 — Part 6. Shvonder takes charge: Engels, "taking everything and dividing it up," and obtaining documents.
15:43 — Part 7. Sharikov's career: from a stray dog ​​to the head of the cleaning subdepartment.
17:48 — Part 8. A house on the verge of explosion: theft, rudeness, and unbearable life in the apartment.
20:00 — Part 9. Denunciation: How Sharikov decided to destroy his creators.
21:19 — Part 10. The Last Conversation: The Professor's Ultimatum and Sharikov's Revolver.
22:38 — Part 11. Reversal: Correcting a Great Mistake.
24:25 — Part 12. Sharikov's Return: The Happiest Dog in the World.
25:46 — Part 13. A Visit from the Police: "Science Isn't All-Powerful."
27:38 — Epilogue: Peaceful Life on Prechistenka.
30:20 — In-Depth Analysis and Conclusions:
30:40 — Why Is It Impossible to Artificially Create a "New Human"?
31:29 — A Scientist's Responsibility for Their Discoveries.
31:59 — Sharikov and Shvonder as Frightening Social Types.
33:14 — The Confrontation Between Culture and Ignorance.
33:48 — Why Bulgakov is relevant today: analysis results.

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