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. Title: The Car-Builder's Dictionary; an Vocabulary of Terms Which Designate American Railroad Cars, Their Parts, Attatchments, and Details of Construction. Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Three; Original Publisher: New York, Railroad gazette; Publication date: 1895; Subjects: Cars and car building; Railroads;