Gravity's Angel

An enthralling poetry collection that celebrates the philosophical musings of Simone
Weil.
Poet Kevin Ducey uncovers the thoughts and unravelings of French writer and political activist Simone Weil in his second poetry book, Gravity's Angel. Ducey evokes an awareness of Weil's experiences and thought processes throughout history with emotion and meditating rhythm. Ultimately, Ducey's work weaves a fresh and fascinating perspective on Weil's aesthetic and spiritual development in the search for life's truth, embodying the ethos of Simone Weil's adherence to gravity as opposed to grace.