Virginia library received an overdue book 50 years after its due date

Overdue book is returned to Virginia library after a stunning 50 years

The library estimates the book would cost $1,774 in overdue fees

By Ashley J. DiMella Published August 31, 2024 6:38am EDT

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A library book that went missing for 50 years has finally been returned.

A woman told a librarian she found the book while cleaning out her sister’s home and brought it to the library.