"Breaking the Wall of Natural Resource Management" is a scholarly book that explores the complex relationship between natural resources and state development, particularly in Africa. It highlights the challenges posed by external and internal factors that often result in natural resources being used not for the common good, but for the benefit of a small elite. Through case studies from Botswana and Sierra Leone, it argues that building state capacity for the responsible management of resources is crucial for successful resource-based development. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the negative impacts that can arise from the abusive use of resources and emphasizes the need to create stable coalitions that advocate for sustainable resource use. It is a valuable contribution to the discussion on the role of natural resources in the development of African states and their influence on a country's progress and development status.