A Frolic of His Own
A Frolic of His Own
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Brief
512
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Frolic of His Own by William Gaddis follows Oscar Crease, a Long Island college professor and playwright, as he navigates various lawsuits, including one against himself, after being injured by his own car. Amidst personal and legal turmoil, Oscar's play is plagiarized by Hollywood, leading to further legal battles and highlighting America's complex relationship with justice and litigation.
Humorous
Challenging
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
1,751 ratings
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Review Roundup
A Frolic of His Own by William Gaddis is a satirical novel that both entertains and challenges readers. Revered for its incisive take on the American legal system and bureaucracy, the book’s humor and clever dialogue shine. However, its dense prose and convoluted structure may prove daunting to some. Gaddis’s work remains a provocative and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read A Frolic of His Own?
A reader who enjoys complex, satirical narratives with a darkly comedic edge would appreciate William Gaddis' A Frolic of His Own. Fans of David Foster Wallace’s Infinite Jest or Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow will find Gaddis’ exploration of legal absurdities and human folly compelling and intellectually stimulating.
1,751 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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512
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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