This book follows the footsteps of Africa's colonization, its resources, and the impact of its colonizers. The author highlights the impact of European nations on the African continent, and the consequences of their actions, intending to inform and enlighten the reader on the complexities of the African story. The author laments Portugal’s lost status as a dominant regional power, and reflects on what the future holds, both for Africa and Portugal. This book is an important addition to the literature surrounding the division of Africa and the imperial powers of the period.