The Retired Member Round Table (RMRT) Book Club recently gathered to discuss the timeless allure of travel literature. From memoirs of daring explorers to reflective journeys through cultural landscapes, the conversation highlighted how travel books open doors to adventure, broaden perspectives, and inspire curiosity about the world.
Key Highlights from the Travel prompt
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Celebrating Diversity of Voices: Members shared titles ranging from classic travelogues to contemporary narratives, emphasizing how each author's lens enriches our understanding of place and people.
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Travel as Reflection: Beyond physical journeys, many books explored inner voyages-how travel reshapes identity, fosters empathy, and sparks lifelong learning.
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Practical Inspiration: Several members noted that reading about destinations often motivates real-world trips, whether to bustling cities or quiet countryside retreats.
Why Travel Books Matter
Travel literature remains a vital genre for libraries and readers alike. It bridges generations, connects cultures, and reminds us that exploration is not limited to geography-it is also about imagination and discovery.
Connect with the RMRT Book Club
Members of the American Library Association are warmly invited to continue this journey with us. The RMRT Book Club offers a welcoming space for retired professionals to share insights, exchange recommendations, and celebrate the joy of reading together.
Visit the Retired Member Round Table Book Club website here: Retired Member Round Table Fifth Sunday Book Club | Retired Member Round Table
www.ala.org" tabindex="0">The next Book Club will be held on March 29 (2026), 4pm Eastern Time via Zoom.
www.ala.org" tabindex="0">-Prompt and Zoom link TBA. If you would like to be included in our next Book Club in the New Year, please email lisa.kippur@outlook.com directly and she will put you on a list to receive this information.
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Lisa Kippur
Membership Chair
Retired Member Round Table
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