A 150-year-overdue book resurfaces in a Kiama library after being found bricked in a fireplace
2 sources·Updated July 31, 2026
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- The West Australia·1h agoKiama Library book returned about 150 years late after being found in sealed fireplace during home renovation
A library book hidden behind a sealed fireplace for roughly 150 years has finally made its way back home — carrying a hypothetical overdue fine of about $28,000.
Read at The West Australia → - 7NEWS Australia·8h agoA 150-year-overdue book resurfaces in a Kiama library after being found bricked in a fireplace
‘The borrowing period was one month, with a fine of three pence per week for items returned after that time. Over 150 years, this adds up to £97, or $28,000 in today’s value.’
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