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: Containing Notes on Shooting; the Habits of the Game Birds and Wild Fowl of America; the Dog, the Gun, the Field, and the Kitchen; Original Publisher: Lea and Blanchard; Publication date: 1851; Subjects: Shooting; Game and game-birds; Nature / Birds