Henri Servien's *Petite histoire des colonies et missions françaises* offers a concise historical overview of French colonial expansion and missionary activities. Published by Éditions Chiré, this 190-page hardcover volume traces the development of France's overseas territories and the religious missions that often accompanied imperial endeavors. Written in French, the book provides readers with an accessible narrative of how colonial and evangelizing efforts intertwined throughout French history. It serves as a compact reference for those interested in the intersection of empire, religion, and cultural exchange in the context of French global influence.