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. Title: Contributions to the Natural History of the Hawaiian and Fanning Islands and Lower California, Made in Connection With the United States North Pacific Surveying Expedition, 1873-75; Original Publisher: Washington, Govt. print. off.; Publication date: 1877; Subjects: Zoology; Animals; Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / General; Juvenile Nonfiction / Science