In 'The Curse of the Catafalques,' F. Anstey crafts a whimsical yet insightful narrative that intertwines elements of comedy with satirical commentary on societal norms of the late Victorian era. The story revolves around a series of misadventures that unfold in the wake of a seemingly cursed funeral procession, revealing the absurdities and hypocrisies of the people involved. Anstey's clever use ...