Germany's Vanishing Colonies

"Germany's Vanishing Colonies" by Gordon Le Sueur is a historical exploration of Germany's colonial past, focusing on its territories in Africa and the Pacific during a period of major global change. The book investigates the reasons behind Germany's colonial desires and the effects these colonies had on both Germany and the native people living there. It sets the stage by explaining the circumstances surrounding Germany's colonial projects, outlining the goals that sparked the creation of German colonies in Africa and other regions, as well as introduces key people and events. The book also touches on how these colonial operations relate to the current war, suggesting their future collapse and what might happen to the native populations caught in these power conflicts. The book paints a picture of the late 1800s and early 1900s, when countries like Germany competed for control in Africa.