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A book found bricked in a fireplace is returned to an Australian library, 150 years overdue
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this unusual find can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, including comments from the Kiama Library manager and the person who discovered the book.
A remarkable discovery was made in Australia, where a book was found hidden in a fireplace. The book, which focuses on Greek antiquities, was returned to a library in the town of Kiama. It is believed to be around 150 years overdue.
The book was found by a local resident, Ross Simmons, during home renovations. It had been bricked into a sealed fireplace inside a tea crate and suffered water damage. Further details about this unusual find can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, including comments from the Kiama Library manager and the person who discovered the book.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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