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: 1; Original Publisher: A. Constable; Publication date: 1820; Subjects: Whaling; Arctic regions; History / Polar Regions; Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Marine Life; Nature / General; Nature / Marine Life; Science / Earth Sciences / Geography; Science / Geophysics; Technology