 She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Her new book, The Light Eaters, offers a deep immersion into the drama of green life and the complexity of this wild and awe-inspiring world that challenges our very understanding of agency, consciousness, and intelligence. An eye-opening and informative look at the ecosystem we live in, this book challenges us to rethink the role of plants and our own place in this natural world. Zoe will be reading from the book, then Alexander will join in the conversation, and you'll have the chance to ask her questions after that. For now, please join me in welcoming to the stage Zoe Schleiner.