The Furies Poems

The Furies Poems by Moira Egan, published by LSU Press on October 24, 2025, is a collection of 92 pages written in English. This work presents fierce feminist reimaginings of familiar myths and narratives, including figures such as Arachne, Echo, Medusa, and Mary Magdalene, as well as female characters from The Odyssey. Egan’s verse emphasizes the importance of solidarity and collective strength among women while employing playful ingenuity and traditional poetic forms to challenge the patriarchal canon.

Readers will find a profound exploration of voice throughout the collection, addressing the ongoing silencing of women’s voices. Egan blends themes of righteous anger and grief, ultimately discovering hope in the transformative power of language. The book’s humor and wordplay, alongside its literary and cultural references, contribute to a rich tapestry that invites reflection on women’s experiences across time and myth.