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. Volume: 14; Original Publisher: Printed for the Hakluyt Society; Publication date: 1853; Subjects: China; Philippines; Latin America; History / Asia / China; History / Latin America / General; History / Asia / Southeast Asia; Science / Earth Sciences / Geography; Travel / Asia / China; Travel / Asia / Southeast; Travel / Central America; Travel / Essays