The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea. Vol. I

This chronicle recounts early maritime exploration and conquest along the Atlantic coast of Guinea, presenting campaign narratives, coastal surveys, and reports of seaborne expeditions. The chronicler assembles voyage accounts and eyewitness reports that describe coastal geography, encounters with local populations, and the establishment of trading posts and fortified positions. Economic motives and exchanges, including gold and the trade in enslaved people, are shown as drivers of expansion, while moral and administrative commentary reflects on conduct and governance. The edition supplements the text with introductions, contemporary maps, and explanatory notes to clarify navigational and historical context.