Lazarus Rising (novel)

Lazarus Rising is a science fiction novel written by Robert R. McCammon, published in 1983. The novel combines elements of action, adventure, and dystopian fiction.

The story centers around the character of Ben Chandler, a former astronaut and war hero living in a near-future United States that has become a repressive police state. He is falsely accused of a crime and sentenced to a brutal prison labor camp. After escaping, Chandler finds himself embroiled in a conspiracy involving advanced technology, government secrets, and a potential uprising against the authoritarian regime.

The novel is known for its fast-paced plot, its depiction of a bleak and technologically-advanced future, and its themes of freedom, justice, and resistance against oppression. It also explores the psychological impact of trauma and the resilience of the human spirit. While not as widely recognized as some of McCammon's later horror novels, Lazarus Rising is considered a significant work within his science fiction output.