In "A Psalm for the Wild-Built," Becky Chambers weaves a tale as refreshing as it is profound, set on the verdant, untamed planet of Panga. Here, in a future where humanity and technology have found a unique harmony, lies a civilization that has long ago witnessed its robots gain sentience and retreat into the wilderness, becoming the stuff of legends. This tranquil existence is the backdrop for the life of a tea monk, a sojourner of human souls, whose life takes an unexpected turn with the appearance of a robot, breaking the silence of centuries. The robot arrives with a mission, to ask what people truly need, a simple question that carries the weight of centuries of separation between human and machine. The journey that unfolds is both an external trek through the lush landscapes of Panga and an internal voyage of discovery and connection. As the monk and the robot travel together, their dialogue delves into the essence of need versus want, the nature of fulfillment, and the quest for meaning in a world that seems to have everything. Chambers crafts a narrative that is a balm for the soul, exploring the possibility of a future where humanity and technology coexist in respectful equilibrium. "A Psalm for the Wild-Built" is a testament to the enduring quest for purpose and connection in a vast, wild universe, and a reminder that sometimes, the answers we seek are found not in the asking, but in the journey itself.