The Science of Sleep: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters

"Attractive, artistic, informative, engaging, and lucidly written . . . Mendelson provides an excellent introduction to sleep science and sleep medicine." —Sleep and Vigilance

We often hear that humans spend one third of their lives sleeping—and most of us would up that fraction if we could. Whether we're curling up for a brief lunchtime catnap, catching a doze on a sunny afternoon, or clocking our solid eight hours at night, sleeping is normally a reliable way to rest our heads and recharg...