DOCTOROW, E.L. Drinks Before Dinner New York: Random House, (1979). Price: $45.00 Hardcover. First edition. Fine in near fine dustwrapper rubbed dustwrapper. Signed by the author. Item #453494 ISBN: 0394400925 Add to Cart Ask a Question item image E.L. Doctorow birth name: Edgar Laurence Doctorow born: 1/6/1931 nationality: USA View Reference Info Biography American novelist known for his skillful manipulation of traditional genres. - Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of Literaturemore Collecting tips: We also offer a comprehensive E.L. Doctorow Bibliography and Price Guide.more