"Shulin: a short story" by Carl Sternheim is a work that reveals to the reader a sense of the world order in its constant change and unpredictability. With the help of bright images and deep philosophical considerations, the author provokes to think about the essence of human existence and relationships between people. Through the fate of the main character, the reader can observe how the destinies of different people intersect on the wild paths of society and how they affect each other. The book "Shulin: stories" leaves behind a deep impression and inspires to think about the complexity of human relationships.