Thomas Anstey Guthrie, under his chosen pseudonym of F. Anstey, brought forth this novel from a place of sharp-witted insight into the human condition.

The following year he published a rather more serious work, The Giant's Robe. Interestingly the story is about a plagiarist and Anstey was, ironically, accused of plagiarism in writing the work.

The experiences leading Anstey to write this book likely stem from a deep understanding of the period's rigid class structure, reflected in the disorientation of his characters when faced with the anarchic whimsy of Fairyland.

Anstey's fantasy spawned a number of imitations, but this tale came first. This famous story has been adapted for television at least three times, and for film at least five times.

"The Brass Bottle" is a humorous fantasy novel written by F. Anstey (pseudonym of Thomas Anstey Guthrie), published in 1900. Set in late Victorian England, the story follows the misadventures of a young architect, Horace Ventimore.

Anstey's clever storytelling and unique perspective make this novel a must-read for fans of satire and fantasy alike.

Set in England, the story follows the misadventures of a young architect who unwittingly releases a jinn from a brass bottle, leading to a series of comical and chaotic events.

"Tourmalin's Time Cheques" from Thomas Anstey Guthrie. Novelist and journalist, who wrote his comic novels under the pseudonym F. Anstey (1856-1934).