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Book returned to library after 150 years in Australia, fine amounts to ₹19 lakh
short by Ankit Tiwari / on Friday, 31 July, 2026
A book borrowed from an Australian public library nearly 150 years ago has finally been returned after being discovered hidden inside tea chest bricked into a sealed fireplace during home renovations. The 1858 book, 'Antiquities of Athens', was returned to Kiama library, where officials said its overdue fine would total about ₹18.7 lakh based on the library's original late-fee rules.
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