Is this the most overdue library book in the UK?
The book was regularly borrowed from the library during the 1950s and 60s
The copy of 'English in Anthology' was returned to Axminster Library after 54 years
Everyone has probably been a little late in returning library books on the off occasion – but 54 years late may be pushing it!
Axminster Library are questioning whether they have received the most overdue book in Devon, or possibly the UK, after a book due back on July 21 1967 was finally returned.
The library received the book – 'English in Anthology' – back in late 2021 from a customer who found it in her bookcase while having a clear-out, and recently announced the news on social media questioning whether anyone can beat being 54 years late.
A photo of a page inside the book shows it was regularly borrowed from the library during the 1950s and 60s.
We wonder what the fine for being late was?!
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