George borrowed a very valuable art book from the library. He liked it so much that he decided to pay the $20 maximum fine and keep the book. The library is entitled to damages equal to the value of the book since George has committed the tort of conversion.

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By keeping the library book intentionally beyond the allowed period and deciding to pay the maximum fine instead of returning the book, George has exercised unauthorized control over the property, which constitutes the tort of conversion. The library is entitled to recover damages equal to the full value of the book, not just the maximum fine.

George Borrowed a Very Valuable Art Book from the Library