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: C. Sherman, Printer; Publication date: 1854; Description: Bound in blue cloth; stamped in gold and blind; all edges gilt; brown coated endpapers.; Subjects: American fiction; Literary Criticism / American / General;