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. Subtitle: Printed by Order of the Commissioners of Patents; Volume: 2; Original Publisher: Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode, pub. at the Great seal patent office; Publication date: 1870; Subjects: Antiques