Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
What You Are Looking For Is In The Library. |
| Authors: |
Child, Katherine1,2 katherinelobster@gmail.com |
| Source: |
Knowledge Quest. Nov/Dec2025, Vol. 54 Issue 2, p46-48. 3p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Mobile libraries, *Library users, *Reading materials, *Reading, *Library public services, Rurality, Residents |
| Abstract: |
The article reflects on the significance of mobile libraries in rural communities, highlighting their role in fostering a love for reading and providing a sense of community. The author shares personal experiences of growing up with a mobile library that brought books and a friendly librarian to their village, emphasizing the importance of access to literature, especially for reluctant readers. The piece also contrasts the intimate atmosphere of rural libraries with the more diverse functions of city libraries, suggesting that libraries adapt to meet the needs of their communities. Ultimately, the author expresses a hope that future generations will continue to find joy and inspiration in libraries, despite the decline of mobile services. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
