Palmetto Publishing has released a new poetry collection titled *i loved you across the wild* by Louden Kiracofe, a Princeton-educated physician and Vision Quest Guide. The book, available since September 15, 2026, explores themes of romantic love and spiritual devotion against the backdrop of the American Southwest.
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Set amidst canyons, rivers, and deserts, the collection follows two souls who connect across what Kiracofe describes as "oceans of time." The poems utilize vivid imagery—from candlelit evenings along the Rio Chama to ravens riding desert thermals—transforming the natural landscape into an active participant in the narrative.
At its core, *i loved you across the wild* navigates the tension between longing and fulfillment, exploring how romantic love serves as a pathway to the divine. Kiracofe examines the limitations of language to express love, often reaching towards silence, prayer, and song. This emotional depth is what gives the collection its resonance.
Kiracofe's background is distinctive; he earned his MD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and practiced urology in Durango, Colorado, where he also led The Life Support Group for patients with life-altering illnesses. His experience as a Vision Quest Guide and Gestalt therapist informs his writing, appealing to fans of contemplative poetry in the style of Mary Oliver, David Whyte, and Joy Harjo.
The collection is particularly timely for readers seeking tranquility and meaning in a fast-paced world. *i loved you across the wild* is available for purchase on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. For further details about the author, visit his social media platforms.