London.Edward Moxon. 1844. [v], xii, [3], 4-276pp. Original half calf gilt over marbled boards. Octavo. Extremities rubbed and a little worn; small tear to head spine at front board; calf is rather scratched on rear board; pages just beginning to brown; else a good plus copy.Presentation copy. Inscription on half title reads: "The Rt. Hon W. Erskine with the author's regards." There are also a previous owner's notes regarding the presentation inscription on the endpaper opposite the half title.