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: Which Are of Utility or Ornament to Man, Lend Assistance to Human Comfort, a Polish to Life, and Render the Civilized State, Beyond Comparison, Preferable to a State of Nature; Volume: 1; Original Publisher: Printed for T. and J. Allman; Publication date: 1820; Subjects: Inventions; Manners and customs; Industrial arts; Juvenile Nonfiction / Technology / Inventions; Technology