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The History of Nauru: How the World's Wealthiest Country Lost Everything

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NowThis World tells the remarkable story of Nauru, a tiny Pacific island nation that went from being the wealthiest country per capita in the world to one of the poorest. Learn about phosphate mining, economic mismanagement, and the controversial detention center. Excellent for academic vocabulary and listening practice.

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