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. Volume: 1; Original Publisher: Longman, Green, Longman, and Roberts; Publication date: 1862; Subjects: Middle East; Tadmur (Syria); Palestine; Egypt; Syria; History / Ancient / Egypt; History / Middle East / Egypt; History / Middle East / Israel; History / Middle East / General; Travel / Middle East / General;