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Mapping the Darkness: The Visionary Scientists Who Unlocked the Mysteries of Sleep
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Author:
Kenneth Miller
Publisher:
Hachette Books
Date:
October 3, 2023
The definitive story of the scientists who set out to answer two questions: "Why do we sleep?" and "How can we sleep better?"
What The Reviewers Say
A propulsive, utterly engrossing history of the subject, seen through the prism of four of its prominent contributors.
Two narratives at once: a sweeping journey of discovery about dreams, sleep and the terra incognita of unconsciousness; and a wake-up call about the dangers of chronic exhaustion. It’s time, Mr. Miller tells us, to take our sleep back..
Our knowledge about sleep has surged, but researchers still have miles to go before they can rest..
Though the narrative is occasionally sluggish, the author provides an interesting examination of an issue that affects us all. Miller shows us how a good night’s sleep came to be recognized as critical for health and development..
