The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea. Vol. II by Zurara
QR code
"The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea, Vol. II" by Gomes Eannes de Azurara is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume continues to explore the significant voyages and discoveries made by Portuguese mariners under the auspices of Prince Henry the Navigator, focusing on the progression of exploration along the West African coast. The text delves into themes such as scientific discovery, colonial ambition, and the
interplay of religion and commerce during the Age of Exploration. At the start of this volume, the author provides background information on Prince Henry, detailing his lineage, motivations for exploration, and the context of Portuguese maritime efforts. The introduction outlines the historical significance of Henry's work, emphasizing his scientific and religious motivations, as well as the commercial ambitions tied to exploration. The detailed accounts of early voyages aim to illustrate how these expeditions paved the way for later advances in geography, trade, and imperialism, ultimately positioning Portugal as a leader in global exploration. The volume aims to provide an understanding of Henry's contributions towards navigating uncharted territories and building an empire, showcasing the importance of exploration in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Zurara, Gomes Eannes de, 1410?-1474? |
|---|---|
| Translator | Beazley, C. Raymond (Charles Raymond), 1868-1955 |
| Translator | Prestage, Edgar, 1869-1951 |
| Title | The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea. Vol. II |
| Series Title | Hakluyt Society, First Series, no. 100 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Carol Ann Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Guinea (Region) -- Discovery and exploration -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35764 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35764-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 4, 2011 |
| Last Update | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1176 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!