"Conflicts Over Common Pool Resources" is an academic book that addresses the violent confrontations between two communities of the Luo tribe in the border areas of the Nyando and Nyakach subcounties in Kenya. The author, Paul Atieno, examines the causes of these conflicts, which are attributed to the use of common resources in the flooded areas along the Nyando River. These resources include water, papyrus, fish, wetlands, and grazing land. The migration of communities to the area in the 19th century and the neglect by local clans have led to open access to these resources, further exacerbating the conflicts. Despite various management mechanisms, distrust among the affected communities persists, resulting in economic losses, disruptions in education, and even loss of life. The book not only provides an analysis of the situation but also offers recommendations for sustainable solutions to improve the living conditions of the affected households and prevent future conflicts.