THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW PARABLE FROM ROBIN SHARMA
The Robot
and The Gardener
Being Fully Human in an Artificial Age
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From the #1 bestselling author of The 5AM Club and The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari comes a profoundly moving parable about becoming fully human in a technology-filled, distraction-driven world, and rediscovering the happiness, wonder and purpose that make life worth living.
ABOUT THE BOOK
A story about becoming fully human again.
Niko is a gifted coder who seemingly has it all: social status, luxury goods and a sleek high-rise apartment. His world is filled with technology designed to make him more productive, relevant and successful. But lately, the relentless pace of his life has left him flooded with pressure and empty of joy.
When Niko’s estranged grandfather, a billionaire tech titan, suddenly dies, Niko is forced to confront a painful past. At the funeral, he meets the cemetery caretaker who stuns him with a simple observation:
“A life can be impressive and still be unlived.”
The Gardener makes Niko an unusual offer: meet him at dawn and join him in his work at the graveyard. The invitation seems strange, yet something about the Gardener’s peaceful presence and quiet way of life pulls Niko in.
In the weeks that follow, Niko begins to discover the joys of slowing down, the wisdom of simplicity and lessons from lives beautifully lived. He reconnects with nature, stops seeking the approval of others and begins to understand that being true to yourself is a profound source of power.
But just as Niko embraces his newfound path, the outside world threatens to bring it crashing down.
Returning to the parable form of his global bestsellers, Robin Sharma’s The Robot and The Gardener is a profoundly moving story about what our fast, technology-filled lives can cost us, and how to reclaim the happiness, wonder and purpose that make us fully human.
From the #1 bestselling author whose books have sold more than 30 million copies in 96 nations.
WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY
A path back to a life that feels fully lived.
- 01
Rethink the need to optimize everything
Discover why a life built around constant productivity, speed and achievement can leave little room for the experiences that make it worth living.
- 02
Rediscover the power of simplicity
Learn why a richer life isn’t always built by adding more, and how simplicity can bring you closer to what truly matters.
- 03
Live true to yourself
Break free from the need for approval and discover the power that comes from living authentically.
- 04
Let life be your teacher
See your past, nature and the lives of others as sources of wisdom that can guide the way forward.
PRAISE
“Robin Sharma’s books are helping people all across the world lead great lives.”
Paulo Coelho
Author of The Alchemist
ABOUT ROBIN SHARMA
Robin Sharma is a globally respected author, leadership expert and humanitarian who has spent more than three decades helping people live and lead with greater purpose, mastery and impact.
His books, including The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, The 5AM Club and The Wealth Money Can’t Buy, have sold more than 25 million copies in 96 nations. He has advised leaders and organizations including Nike, FedEx, Microsoft, GE and Starbucks.
BULK AND SPEAKING
For discounted bulk orders of 25 copies or more, or to ask about speaking opportunities, contact Michelle Giuseffi at [email protected].
The Robot and The Gardener arrives February 2, 2027.
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