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 Housekeeper's Book: Comprising Advice on the Conduct of Household Affairs in General; With a Complete Collection of Receipts for Economical Domestic Cookery. the Whole Carefully Prepared for the Use of American Housekeepers; Original Publisher: Philadelphia: William Marshall