In "Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader," Anne Fadiman explores the personal connection and passion that reading can instill in individuals. She presents a dialogue about romance, questioning the conventional idea of what it means to be romantic. Fadiman challenges the notion that simply reaching a destination is inherently romantic, implying that the journey itself can be much more meaningful and enriching. Through her reflections, Fadiman emphasizes the importance of the experiences and emotions associated with the pursuit of knowledge and literature. She suggests that true romance can be found in the discovery and engagement with ideas, rather than just the achievement of goals. This perspective invites readers to appreciate the deeper, often overlooked aspects of their literary adventures.

In "Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader," Anne Fadiman explores the personal connection and passion that reading can instill in individuals. She presents a dialogue about romance, questioning the conventional idea of what it means to be romantic. Fadiman challenges the notion that simply reaching a destination is inherently romantic, implying that the journey itself can be much more meaningful and enriching.

Through her reflections, Fadiman emphasizes the importance of the experiences and emotions associated with the pursuit of knowledge and literature. She suggests that true romance can be found in the discovery and engagement with ideas, rather than just the achievement of goals. This perspective invites readers to appreciate the deeper, often overlooked aspects of their literary adventures.