The Pilot and the Bushman

The Pilot and the Bushman is a science fiction novel by Sylvia Jacobs, written in the early 1950s. The story follows Jerry Jergins, an Earth salesman who faces an economic crisis when an alien ambassador introduces the 'Matter Repositor,' a device that eliminates the need for traditional goods. As society grapples with the implications of this revolutionary technology, Jerry devises a plan to convince the public that the device is a myth, leading to discussions on ethics, consumerism, and human desire. The novel critiques the potential chaos of technological advancements in a society unprepared for their consequences.