FACING the WAVES by Igor Goldkind is a bold and immersive exploration of memory, love, protest, and existential inquiry. Blending raw emotion with sharp social critique, Goldkind’s verses traverse themes of personal reflection, political resistance, and spiritual connection. 

 From tender tributes to loved ones to fiery calls for justice, the collection challenges readers to confront the complexities of life, death, and humanity. 

 Accompanied by music from renowned jazz artist Gilad Atzmon, this poetic journey is both deeply personal and universally resonant, reminding us to face the waves of existence head-on. 

The author’s perspective on love, as expressed in An Odd Collection of Poetry, is multifaceted and deeply emotional. Love is portrayed as both a source of joy and longing, as well as an affliction that can bring pain and vulnerability. 

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Goldkind explores romantic passion, the thrill of connection, and the ache of unrequited love, often highlighting its transformative and consuming nature. He views love as an intense, raw force that intertwines the physical and spiritual, capable of elevating the human experience while also exposing its fragility. 

 Ultimately, love is depicted as a profound, essential aspect of life, even when it leaves scars. 

In FACING the WAVES, the author contrasts love with other emotions by emphasizing its depth, complexity, and transformative power. While emotions like fury, grief, and longing are often depicted as raw and visceral responses to life’s challenges, love stands out as a multifaceted force that intertwines joy, vulnerability, and spiritual connection. 

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Unlike anger or despair, which can isolate and consume, love is portrayed as both a unifying and destabilizing experience—capable of elevating the human spirit while exposing its fragility. Goldkind’s exploration of love often juxtaposes its tender moments with the pain of loss or rejection, highlighting its unique ability to encompass both ecstasy and suffering, making it central to the human condition. 

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