Lost
Penguin Classics '1984' navy hardcover—lost near Pike Place Market
Seattle-Tacoma
Lost
listing
Posted
19 days
ago
Description
Lost my navy blue Penguin Classics hardcover of 1984 yesterday around 3pm near Pike Place Market. This edition has gold lettering on the spine and a red ribbon bookmark that sticks out a little. There's a light coffee stain on the inside back cover and a small dog-ear on page 157 from studying for finals, plus a bright sticky note tucked between pages 72-73 that says 'For exam'. It was a gift from my late aunt and has serious sentimental value, so I’d really like to get it back. If you found it around Market-front stairs or near the Post Alley entrance, message me here.
Approximate last-seen location
Seattle-Tacoma
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