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: Chicago: Printed by order of the Board of directors; Publication date: 1909; Subjects: Reference books; Best books; Catalogs, Classified (Dewey decimal); Classified catalogs (Dewey decimal); Bibliography; Language Arts