Looking for readings relating to night across contexts and disciplines in history. Could be a record of experience or activities taking place at night, philosophy, literature, or myth about literal night or night as a symbol, popular/religious/cultural/academic/legal opinions, approaches, beliefs, or fears about night. I’m trying not to be too exhaustive with my listing, but literally anything, resources, writing, stories, what have you, that pertain to night, even if in a more minor or implicit way, are appreciated. Do share!!
One specific topic I’ve been having trouble finding info about is the uses and significance of night in magic and ritual through history, especially ancient history, so anything that touches on this is especially welcome!!
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