Geographies of Time

by Robert Giebisch

This unique collection of poems reflects on relationships with family, the search for a new spirituality and our attitudes toward aging and death. In verse that is fresh and authentic, Geographies of Time charts the journey of a baby boomer as he explores a life spent as a seeker, hovering on the fault lines of eastern and western mysticism. Based on the author's extensive travels, the poems draw upon imagery as varied as the Buddhist temples of Cambodia, the mountain paths of the Swiss Alps, and the parks of New York City.

140 pages, Hardcover

Published March 18, 2025

Reviews

[Amy Levitin Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Meditative Tapestry of Places and Passing Time

Robert Giebisch’s Geographies of Time offers a gentle and contemplative journey through the landscapes of both the world and the self. With poems rooted in Buddhist sensibility and spiritual seeking, this collection reflects on aging, memory, and the spaces we inhabit—physically and emotionally. The accompanying black-and-white photography is a beautiful complement, adding depth and atmosphere to the text.

Drawing on his experiences as a psychiatrist and lifelong traveler, Giebisch invites us into sacred temples, mountain trails, and city parks—each rendered not just in imagery, but in quiet observation. Especially poignant are the poems set in Central Park, where trees, paths, and Strawberry Fields become backdrops for meditations on love, time, and letting go.

This book will appeal to readers who enjoy quiet, introspective poetry, and who find meaning in the intersection of travel, faith, and reflection.