*Le Royaume de Bamoum* is a scholarly study of the Bamum kingdom, a historically important polity in the Grassfields region of Cameroon. Written for researchers and readers interested in African history and political anthropology, the work examines the kingdom’s development, institutions, and place within the broader cultural landscape of western Cameroon. The book treats the Bamum kingdom as both a historical entity and a social system, drawing attention to leadership, territorial organization, and the cultural traditions associated with royal authority. Its French-language presentation reflects the academic study of Central African societies, and the volume is best understood as a specialized monograph rather than a general introduction.