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. Volume: 2; Original Publisher: R. Armstrong [etc.] Public Printer; Publication date: 1854; Subjects: Amazon River Valley Discovery and exploration; Amazon River Valley; Brazil; Peru; Bolivia; America; United States; History / Latin America / General; History / Latin America / South America; History / United States / General; History / Americas; History / Expeditions