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. Subtitle: In Which the Properties of the Sections Are Derived From the Nature of the Cone, in an Easy Manner, and by a New Method; Original Publisher: printed for J. Nourse; Publication date: 1773; Subjects: Conic sections;