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. Original Publisher: Dorking, R.J. Clark; [etc., etc.]; Publication date: 1884; Subjects: Dorking (England); Dorking, Eng; Natural history; Surrey (England); History / Europe / Great Britain; Nature / General; Nature / Essays;