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A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library, 150 years overdue
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this unusual discovery are available from KSAT 12's source.
In Australia, a long-overdue book has been recovered. The item, which focuses on ancient Greek subjects, was found in a unique location. It had been sealed inside a fireplace, causing water damage.
A local resident made the discovery during home renovations and returned the book to a library. Library staff were surprised by the book's age and condition. They rarely receive items that have been missing for so long.
Further details about this unusual discovery are available from KSAT 12's source. The story involves a book that was likely borrowed by a homeowner's ancestor, but the full circumstances are not specified here.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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