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: 2, no. 2; Original Publisher: Printed by the superintendent, Government printing, Burma; Publication date: 1901; Subjects: Burma; Shan State (Burma); Laos; Laos States; History / Military / Vietnam War; History / Asia / Southeast Asia; Travel / General; Travel / Asia / Southeast; Travel / Essays