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: Groombridge; Publication date: 1863; Subjects: Microscopes; Microscopy; Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life; Medical / Anatomy; Medical / Histology; Nature / General; Science / General; Science / Life Sciences / Biology / Marine Biology; Science / Microscopes