Eurydice Speaks

by Claire Gaskin

Eurydice Speaks is a linked sonnet series echoing the voices that emerge from the Underworld. A contemporary Eurydice uses the power of language to process her constraints and losses, reflected in strategies of transformation that focus on the dynamic between iteration and change. Fragments of being and transitory insights, like broken pieces of mirror within the architecture of the sonnet, reflect and distort, to deepen, intensify and reinforce connectivity. This collection illustrates the evocative, associative and allusive power in the methods of poetry, to know and be known, to feel and be felt, to gather and cohere.

Genres: Poetry

112 pages, Paperback

Published April 1, 2021

Reviews

[romeo. · Rating 4 out of 5]

the concept of fragmented poems all flowing vaguely into one another inspired a dreamy read, however, there is no real point to this overall poem. there were some themes of death, mental trauma and substance abuse, alongside disappointment in relationships. it was compelling, but felt half-done, which was purposeful. some very impactful lines to be gleaned from this interesting piece of pieces.

[Chanel Chapters]

Poetry so sharp it could cut Orpheus’s string.

Copy from Hunter Publishers.