A bookstore in California has gone a little viral after a stolen book was returned to them after 40 years, and even came with an apology and $100, too. These typically come with late fees, but if you steal from a bookstore, you’re just selling the seller out of pocket. However, on August 4, they confirmed that the book had finally been returned to them. Article continues after adBookstore reveals book stolen 40 years ago has been returned“We received a small package in the mail today, and couldn’t read the handwritten return address, so we had no idea if it was promotional material about a book or who knows what. Article continues after ad“The sender had stolen a copy of a collectible Edward Gorey book from our store over 40 years ago, which he returned.