Did you know that there’s an online community of readers who post about things they’ve found in secondhand books?
And there are numerous blog posts from libraries to bookshops talking about items, some valuable, some historical, and some plain odd, that most of their readers have found in secondhand books. From J.R.R. Tolkien’s notes on an illustrated map, to thousands of dollars in cash, and snacks.
Take a good look and let me know in the comments section if you recognise or know any of these people.
I had no idea that a #foundinabook community existed until I found two photographs in a secondhand copy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Two Towers. I bought the book at Bargain Box, Main Street, Nadi Town. Since they don’t keep records of who or where they buy the books from, I searched online on how to find the right owner and return the photos to them.
I’ve posted about this on X and on Instagram, but it seems the people who post with that hashtag #foundinbooks simply want to show everyone else what they’ve found, but are not serious about returning the items.
I think photographs are precious because they are tangible reminders of a time and place in your life. That’s why I want to return these photos to their owners. I will happily mail them and take care of the cost, as long as it’s to the rightful owners.
And I’m appealing to you, dear reader, please, look at the photographs shown above, and let me know if you recognize or know any of the people you see there. Let me know either in the comments section, through the contact form, or email me directly on support@singularfaith.com
Have you found anything in a secondhand book? Share your find or your link to your social media post about it in the comments section.
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