Why We Sleep. The New Science of Sleep and Dreaming

Until recently, science had no complete understanding of the mechanisms of sleep, the wide variety of its beneficial effects, and why the consequences of chronic sleep deprivation are detrimental to health. Renowned neurologist and scientist Matthew Walker summarizes the latest research on the phenomenon of sleep and invites discussion on topics related to one of the most important aspects of our existence.  
“Sleep is the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and body each day. It is nature's best kept secret to fighting disease and even death. Unfortunately, the real evidence explaining all the dangers that individuals and society face when not getting enough sleep has not yet been fully communicated to the public. This is the most glaring omission in today's conversations about health. My book aims to correct this and I truly hope it becomes for the reader an exciting journey full of discoveries. Furthermore, the book is aimed at reconsidering the value of sleep and changing the dismissive attitude towards it.” (Matthew Walker)