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150-Year Overdue Library Book Returned in Australia with $28,000 Late Fee

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An Australian library has received a book returned approximately 150 years past its due date, accumulating a calculated late fee of around 28,000 Australian dollars. The book was originally borrowed in the 1870s by the great-great-grandfather of a local resident. It was rediscovered during home renovations, though it was found in a damaged condition. Despite its wear, the library has decided to preserve the rare volume as part of its local history collection.

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