GADDIS, William A Frolic of His Own New York: Poseidon, (1994). Price: $60.00 Hardcover. First edition. Fine in a fine dustwrapper. The author's fourth novel, winner of the National Book Award. Item #310500 ISBN: 0671669842 Add to Cart Ask a Question item image William Gaddis birth name: William Thomas Gaddis born: 12/29/1922 died: 12/16/1998 nationality: USA View Reference Info Biography American novelist whose long, experimental works portray the contemporary human condition. - Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of Literaturemore Collecting tips: We also offer a comprehensive William Gaddis Bibliography and Price Guide.more