For many centuries, the politics of Sudan has been characterized by racial dichotomy and identity crisis, specifically between the North and the South. Added to these is the long history of domination, unfavorable policies and uneven development. The resulting marginalization, neglect and underdevelopment has bred a series of fierce conflicts culminating in one of the longest civil wars in Africa – between the Khartoum forces and the Sudan Peoples Liberation Army (and Movement), SPLA/M. The war ended with the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in Nairobi on 9th January 2005. The events in the book are captivating, the narrative riveting and the historical perspective academically stimulating. The author’s standpoint on issues is so provocative that it’s bound to raffle a number of feathers in the political corridors of Southern Sudan.