I think I am not the right person to read this collection of poems.
The texts are too heavy (in length and in the choice of vocabulary) for me personally, and I wasn't able to follow the thread within one poem or paragraph.
This is on me and not on the book, which is why I'm not rating.


Thank you NetGalley and Farrar, Straus and Giroux for the opportunity to read this ARC.

The Lights by Ben Lerner is an impressive work of poetry and prose that captures the complexities of modern life in a constantly changing world. The poems are written with great depth and insight, exploring themes of art, family, and meaning against a backdrop of crises and uncertainties. The language is both beautiful and precise, with a keen eye for detail and an ear for the music of words. Lerner's formal experiments are both playful and profound, creating a rich tapestry of voices and perspectives that speak to the challenges and opportunities of our time. The Lights is a stunning achievement that will resonate with readers long after they've put the book down.