The Devil and Witches in Two Classic Novels

The Devil and Witches in Two Classic Novels: The most distinguishing feature of the "witch" in the western tradition is her/his/their contact and interaction with the Devil. This essay will be a comparison of the Devil,
witches, and their relationships in two novels: John Updike's The Witches of Eastwick and Mikhail Bulgakov's
Master and Margarita. Break the essay down into two parts. Part 1: Comparing the Devils: What is Daryll van
Horne like as the Devil? What is Woland like as the Devil? Describe and compare their nature and what you
think their goals are. Part 2: Comparing the Witches: What are Margarita, Alexandra, Suki, and Jane like as
witches? Why and how did they become witches? What do they do with their powers? How do they interact
with their devils?