This book includes hits of short prose by Vladimir Voinovich, as well as a new story - “The Murzik Factor”. In fact, this is the first part of the novel that the author writes. Already now, based on one episode, we can say about the upcoming new product: “a very timely thing”! In “The Murzik Factor,” as always, there are recognizable human types, an accurate diagnosis of the times and the writer’s signature laughter. This is a story about what can happen to us in the very near future, or maybe is already happening in the present. Vladimir Voinovich celebrates his 85th birthday in brilliant form: his talent, vigilance, sense of humor, ability for providence and love have not failed.