"A Frolic of His Own" is a novel by William Gaddis, first published in 1994. The story is set in the United States and follows the life of Oscar Crease, a struggling playwright who sues a major Hollywood studio for stealing his script. As the case unfolds in court, Oscar becomes embroiled in a complex web of legal wrangling, personal relationships, and philosophical debates about art, justice, and the nature of reality itself. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including lawyers, judges, actors, and artists, who all have their own agendas and perspectives. The novel is a sprawling and ambitious work that blends satire, social commentary, and intellectual exploration into a rich tapestry of ideas and experiences. At its core, it is a meditation on the complex and often absurd nature of human ambition and the pursuit of artistic and intellectual fulfillment.
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