The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subtitle: Compiled Principally From His Correspondence and That of His Eldest Daughter, Sister Maria Celeste, Nun in the Franciscan Convent of St. Matthew in Arcetri; Original Publisher: Nichols and Noyes; Publication date: 1870; Subjects: Biography