Title: The Poems of Robin R. Rabii: Insights That Nurture Connection
Author: Robin R. Rabii
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491795239
Pages: 118
Genre: Poetry
Reviewed by: Jennifer Weiss
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Poetry is always something that is deeply personal and intimate. It shows readers a side of the author they normally would not see. Robin R. Rabii’s collection of poetry invites readers to explore and experience the inner workings of humanities existence from appreciating the small things in life, exploring the relationship of heart and mind as well as the corruption of politics. All this may seem highly serious and dramatic, but Rabii includes humor and comic relief elements to create a relaxed, pleasurable experience. Rabii expands on the harmonious connection between humans through cultural, religious, and social conditionings. He uses poetry as a way to acknowledge and discover the intricacies involved in humanity’s connection and unity.
Robin Rabii’s collection of poems center around one common theme: connection and unity. They have this common theme, but they differ in style and tone. While one may feel these differences would take away the sense of connection, it actually adds to it. It gives off the impression of connection through diversity. Readers get a real sense of what the poet is trying to accomplish in the collection. From the very first poem on readers are compelled to think of these topics from a new perspective and generate thought provoking conversation from what Rabii has written. His words and ideas sit with you long after reading them, making it impossible to forget. Rabii has created a fantastic piece of literature.
All the poems in the collection are so compelling it is difficult to pick one as a favorite. It is easy to read through the collection in one sitting, but then you will want to come back time and time again. Each time reading through this book, you will find something new to ponder and consider about life and feeling a connection with one another. Robin Rabii has masterfully created a collection that reaches out to his readers and pulls them into his mind. Reading through these poems, readers get the sense that Rabii carefully chose each and every word. It feels as if each poem was deliberately chosen to be a part of this collection, not just any poem would fit with his goals.
There is no other book of poetry on the market quite like this one. Sometimes it is hard finding the right book of poems that brings about a significant change or make you think about what the poet is saying. Robin Rabii broke the mold when he wrote this book. As a lover of poetry, this book is a fantastic addition to my collection and would be a beautiful addition to any bookshelf. I would highly recommend this collection to anyone who enjoys poetry as well as all forms of literature. Go out and read this book, your viewpoint on life will never be the same.
