"Don't Point That Thing at Me" is the first novel in the Mortdecai trilogy by Kyril Bonfiglioli, which takes readers into the world of the portly art dealer and aristocrat Charlie Mortdecai. In this amusing tale, Mortdecai finds himself caught in a whirlwind of intrigue when he comes into possession of a stolen Goya painting, the disappearance of which sparks diplomatic tensions between Spain and its allies. The situation escalates when he also receives incriminating material about British diplomats, complicating his efforts to lead a dishonest life significantly. With the support of his brutal servant Jock, Mortdecai must navigate various governments and secret organizations while trying to protect the Goya. This novel, first published in the 1970s, combines crime elements with a touch of humor, offering a captivating read for fans of crime fiction and storytelling.