Die, Shadow!

Die, Shadow! is a science fiction novel by Algis Budrys, written in the early 1960s. The story follows David Greaves, an industrialist who becomes a god-like figure worshipped across the universe after awakening from a long slumber on Venus. The narrative explores themes of heroism and survival as Greaves navigates his extraordinary circumstances aboard a tumultuous spaceship. Notable for its imaginative setting and character development, the novel reflects the era's fascination with space exploration and human ambition.