An intimate look at the life of Dom Pedro I and the historical events that revolve around the prince, anticipating a decisive moment in his trajectory. In 1831, the first Emperor of Brazil returned to Europe under adverse conditions, on the English warship Warspite. In view of his abdication to the throne of Brazil, this is a moment of deep reflection for D. Pedro I, who ponders the mistakes and successes of his administration since the moment he arrived in the country with his family at the age of 10, in 1808 .