1836 1st Edition The Progress of The Nation by G R Porter Signed Presentation Copy 2 Volumes

The Progress of The Nation in its Various Social & Economical Relations by G. R. Porter Published by Charles Knight, London 1836 & 1838 Signed presentation copy First edition set Complete in two volumes but with a further volume three being published in 1843 [not present]. Signed presentation copy from the Author to denis le marchant [Barrister & Politician] with a hand written dedication to top of title page on volume 1 & half title of volume two, includes the bookplate of Denis le Marchant to inner front boards of both volumes. Hardback volumes bound in 19th Century half leather bindings, marbled boards. Interesting set covering trade, commerce, pauperism etc and with the Author's dedication on both volumes.