At Day's Close: Night in Times Past
A revealing history of nighttime in preindustrial society, showing how darkness shaped daily life, beliefs, and customs before the spread of artificial light.
About This Book
At Day's Close examines how people in preindustrial times experienced and adapted to the hours of darkness.
The book draws on diaries, court records, and other sources to reveal the routines, fears, and activities that filled the night.
It highlights the profound impact of artificial lighting on modern perceptions of time and safety.
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