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, Smith, Elder and co.; Publication date: 1836; Subjects: Ethnology; Human beings; Man; Philosophy / General; Philosophy / Movements / Humanism; Social Science / Anthropology / General; Social Science / Anthropology / Cultural;