"Balakans, or Short Stories in Short Words" is a collection of interesting and easy-to-read short stories by the writer Maria Elizabeth Budden. In this book you will find exciting stories about everyday life, interpersonal relationships and adventure. The author skillfully combines deep content and lightness of presentation, which makes this book an excellent choice for those who like to read something light, but at the same time wise. "Balakans, or Short stories in short words" is an opportunity to plunge into the world of morals and conclusions that will help to understand many aspects of modern life.