A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library, 150 years overdue
A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library 150 years after it was due back.
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What happened
A book was returned to an Australian library 150 years overdue. The book was found bricked in a fireplace during a home renovation. The library waived the fine, which would have been $28,000.
The book's discovery and return have sparked interest and amusement. The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) reported on the unusual find, noting the library's decision to waive the fine. The Associated Press (AP) also covered the story, emphasizing the book's remarkable journey and the library's leniency.
The book's origins and the circumstances of its being bricked into a fireplace remain unclear. The library has not specified whether the book will be added back to their collection or if it will be preserved as a historical artifact. The man who returned the book has not been named.
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Sources (6)
- Historical book returned to library 150 years overdue with £14,600 fine The Independent · 6h ago
- Australian man returns library book 150 years overdue Ynetnews · 6h ago
- AP Strange SummaryBrief at 1:01 a.m. EDT KTVO · 6h ago
- Library book returned after 150 years, $28k fine waived ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · 6h ago
- A 150-year-overdue book resurfaces in an Australian library, found bricked in a fireplace ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 6h ago
- A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library, 150 years overdue AP News · 6h ago
Questions people are asking
What book was returned?
The book has not been named.
How was the book found?
The book was found bricked in a fireplace during a home renovation.
What was the fine for the overdue book?
$28,000
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