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A Society of Books is a blog that I hope presents from all corners of the globe a glimpse into the literary happenings of society. I will try and mine the internet for interesting articles about the book world we all enjoy.

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Washington and Lee U gets book back, 145 years later

 From the AP Wire: RICHMOND, Va. – Washington and Lee University has a missing library book back on its shelves — nearly 145 years after it was stolen by a Union soldier during the Civil War.
A handout photo released Tuesday, April 14, 2009, by Washington and Lee
Posted by Doug Erickson at 8:00 AM
Labels: Stolen Book, Union Soldier, Washington and Lee University

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