If you look at a map of Africa today, you'll see a country called Benin. However, that is not the same as the historical kingdom of Benin. That kingdom is what readers learn about in this fun and fact-filled look at a major player in the history of the African continent. They learn about the kings of Benin and their habit of keeping wild cats as pets, but they also learn about many other aspects of life in this kingdom. These facts are shared through short, engaging blocks of text that surround charming illustrations and impressive photographs.