The Jobless Robot is a science fiction novel written by George Clayton Johnson. In this book, the author presents an alternative reality where technology has reached such a level that humans no longer need robots. One such robot retires, but loses his place in society, because without employment he begins to feel the loss of his value. Through the prism of the adventures of this unemployed robot, the author explores the questions of existence, the meaning of life, work, and the relationship between people and machines. The book encourages readers to think about the future of society, where technology becomes the ruler and human values are put to the test. "Unemployed Robot" is a fascinating literary work that prompts careful reflection on the moral and ethical dilemmas facing modern society in conditions of rapid technological development.