True bibliophiles

ESOTERICA

Never let it be said that librarians aren't flexible.

Hero pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger ... splash landed his jetliner in the Hudson River on Jan. 15, and everyone on board escaped safely. But left in the cargo hold was a book Sullenberger had checked out from California State University, Fresno, through his local library near Danville.

Library officials say Sullenberger asked for an extension and waiver of overdue fees ...

The librarians say they were struck by Sullenberger's sense of responsibility and did him one better: they're waiving all fees and dedicating the replacement book to him.

I'm sure Capt. Sullenberger was touched by the terrific ovation he got in Tampa on Sunday, but surely this magnanimous gesture means much more to him.