A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library, 150 years overdue
Associated Press
1 / 2
In this photo provided by Catherine Taylor a page of the book "Antiquities of Athens," stamped by a library, is shown on Thursday, July 30, 2026, after its return in Kiama, Australia, an estimated 150 years late. (Catherine Taylor via AP)In this photo provided by Jane Thompson, library manager Michelle Hudson holds the book "Antiquities of Athens", after its return in Kiama, Australia, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, an estimated 150 years late. (Jane Thompson via AP)
In this photo provided by Catherine Taylor a page of the book "Antiquities of Athens," stamped by a library, is shown on Thursday, July 30, 2026, after its return in Kiama, Australia, an estimated 150 years late. (Catherine Taylor via AP)
