presentation copies inscribed by the author

A fine set of the first edition of The Finkler Question, together with an uncorrected proof copy, both inscribed by the author to the lawyer and bookseller Bruce Howard.

First edition, first impression, together with uncorrected proof copy, both inscribed by the author; 2 vols, 8vo; unmarked internally; publisher's blue cloth, gilt lettering to spine, with the original unclipped pictorial dust-jacket, faintly marked, [proof copy:] publisher's cream wrappers printed in black, a couple of trivial marks to covers, else a fine set; housed together in custom cream cloth slipcase.