Smiths text is the historical backdrop of Virginia. Smith looked for new monetary open doors. While hunting down assets Smith and his men are as far as anyone knows, assaulted by Indians. The Indians slaughter the men that Smith was joined by amid his mission. They save Smith's life in return for his compass as that was something new and valuable for them. The Indian chief Powhatan needs Smith murdered, however his girl Pocahontas protects Smith. Smith's text is depicted as a romantic tale by a few, while others trust it is white men taking property and another society's ladies.
Increasing or increased in quality, degree, or force by successive additions.
When doing something like this, some find it useful to annotate the text by putting in notes and explanations of what is being said.
(Like pastors at a church when giving the message, or a comedian needing to remember some little things)
It basically just helps the reader not forget side notes or little things that can make the others either more entertained or more helpful.