The Journey of Coronado, 1540-1542 investigates the Spanish expedition led by Francisco Vázquez de Coronado in search of the mythical Seven Cities of Gold. This work focuses on the primary accounts of the expedition, detailing the arduous trek across what is now the American Southwest. It aims to present a factual record of the exploration, its challenges, and its ultimate findings, based on the firsthand testimonies of those who participated.

This compilation of primary source documents offers a direct window into one of the most significant early European explorations of North America. The work is valued for its historical accuracy and its presentation of firsthand accounts, providing essential material for understanding the motivations and experiences of the Coronado expedition. It serves as a foundational text for historians and researchers interested in the early Spanish colonial period and the exploration of the American Southwest.