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, Chapman and Hall, limited; Philadelphia, J. B. Lippincott company; Publication date: 1890; Subjects: Africa, Sub-Saharan; Explorers; Voyages and travels; Africa, Central; Congo River;