The Magic of Darkness

About this episode

Leigh Ann Henion discusses her book on the wonders of darkness and the life that thrives at night.

Leigh Ann Henion is the author of Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark, a beautiful celebration of all the things that come alive in the dark. In a time where artificial light is ever-present, Leigh Ann invites you to think of darkness as a habitat and explore the biodiversity that exists at night in your own backyard. You never know what you might discover.

People in this episode

Guest: Leigh Ann Henion

Topics covered

• darkness
• biodiversity
• nightlife
• nature

Keywords

• Night Magic
• glowworms
• moon gardens
• exploration

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark

Books & works: The Magic of Darkness, Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, Other Marvels of the Dark

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