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Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams

Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams

Author:
Matthew Walker
Read by:
John Sackville
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Book
79
Narrator
15
Release Date
December 7, 2017
Duration
13 hours 32 minutes
Summary
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Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our life, health and longevity and yet it is increasingly neglected in twenty-first-century society, with devastating consequences: every major disease in the developed world - Alzheimer's, cancer, obesity, diabetes - has very strong causal links to deficient sleep.

In this audiobook, the first of its kind written by a scientific expert, Professor Matthew Walker explores twenty years of cutting-edge research to solve the mystery of why sleep matters. Looking at creatures from across the animal kingdom as well as major human studies, Why We Sleep delves into everything from what really happens during REM sleep to how caffeine and alcohol affect sleep and why our sleep patterns change across a lifetime, transforming our appreciation of the extraordinary phenomenon that safeguards our existence.

Includes a bonus PDF of graphs and diagrams.

'Astonishing ... an amazing book ... absolutely chocker full of things that we need to know' Chris Evans

'Matthew Walker is probably one of the most influential people on the planet' Evening Standard

'Startling, vital ... a life-raft' Guardian

'A top sleep scientist argues that sleep is more important for our health than diet or exercise' The Times

'Passionate, urgent . . . it had a powerful effect on me' Observer

©2017 Matthew Walker (P)2017 Penguin Books Ltd
Reviews
Profile Avatar Kat Suter Feb 2021

'Why we sleep' is really, really well written and spoken. it is scientifically interesting and has really made me reduce my caffeine intake. it has made me really appreciate and recognise how important sleep is for our health and well-being. I completely recommend this book. the author is humble, funny and uses fantastic metaphors. The narrator is calming (but when talking about sleep, sometimes too calm!). loved it.

Profile Avatar S Kumari Dec 2017

Sleeping mystery explored.The author has given details about sleep.

Profile Avatar Balys N. Aug 2022

Magnificent book, covering one of the most important, yet one of the most overlooked aspects of our lives and well being. I was astonished by the depth of author's insights, ample scientific data, and yet simple, as well as approachable manner of laying the content out. This book is a life changer. Listening to it, I understood that I was looking for ways to improve my emotional and physical wellness in the wrong places, when the answer was always right there. Several slight adjustments to my behaviour and schedule, and I feel that a whole new, a lot happier, person is emerging. I also enjoyed the calm and soothing voice of the narrator, although the volume of narration sound could be a little higher.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2020

Great book, I enjoyed every chapter.

Profile Avatar Alison B. Aug 2018

one of the most fascinating reads I have had in years. I feel everyone should read this and will recommend it to my colleagues in education as well as my parent friends. the most simple but effective medicine out there.

Profile Avatar Julie M. Jun 2018

Love it! I’ll most likely read it over and over at random chapters, as with a few other favourites I have in the bedside drawer! I want this info to be embedded in my subconscious, as humans we forget quickly and revert back to type. I for one!

Profile Avatar Dané Derks Dec 2025

Really enjoyed it! And learned a lot.

Profile Avatar Michael B. Jan 2025

A fascinating read, full of common sense challenges raised by the science of sleep. Perhaps this book should be made available on the National Health. It would probably save a fortune while improving people's lives in so many ways. I am going to listen again and take notes. Now I'm off to bed.

Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams

Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams

Author: Matthew Walker
Read by: John Sackville
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