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: London: Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge; Publication date: 1848; Subjects: Trout; Salmo seleniris; Agonostomus hancocki; Beetles; Elateridae; Birds; Mammals; Micrurus nigrocinctus; Diatomaceae, Fossil; Paleobotany; Botany; Physocarpus; Pogogyne; Grouse; Science; Nature / Birds