GREGG, William Rathbone. Essays on political and social science, contributed chiefly to the Edinburgh Review. London: Longman, Brown, Green, and Longmans, 1853.
2 vols, 8vo, pp. [iv], 566; [iv], 594, bound wthout adverts to vol. 1. Contemporary full olive calf, gilt panelled spines, red and and tan morocco labels, marbled edges. Early presentation inscription to first volume. A handsome copy.
First edition in book form of these influential essays. Gregg was son of a Cheshire millowner and was commissioner of Customs and comptroller of the Stationery Office. The collection includes essays on social philosopy, taxation, investments, the working classes, socialism, labour relations and electoral reform. A scarce work.
£400.00
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