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: Wellington, G. Didsbury, government printer; Publication date: 1881; Subjects: Diptera; Orthoptera; Hymenoptera; Insects; Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc; Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc; Nature / Insects