The book may have numerous typos or missing text. It is not illustrated or indexed. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website. You can also preview the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a trial membership in the publisher's book club where they can select from more than a million books for free. Subtitle: Compiled From the Works of Keith, Ferguson, Adams, Hutton, Bryan, Goldsmith, and Other Eminent Authors: Being a Plain and Comprehensive Introduction to the Practical Knowledge of Geography and Astronomy / by John Lathrop Original Publisher: J.W. Burditt and Co. and W. Wells Publication date: 1812 Subjects: Globes; Astronomy; Geography; Juvenile Nonfiction / Science