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 Macmillan; Publication date: 1906; Subjects: Plague; Yersinia pestis; Medical / Infectious Diseases; Medical / History; Medical / Microbiology; Science / Life Sciences / Biology / Microbiology;