47 pages 1 hour read

Matthew Walker

Why We Sleep

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Matthew Walker's Why We Sleep expertly explores the crucial role sleep plays in our health, blending scientific research with accessible language. Readers appreciate Walker's clear explanations and practical advice. However, some criticize its alarmist tone and occasional overstatements. Overall, it’s a compelling read that highlights the importance of prioritizing sleep in our lives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Why We Sleep?

A reader who would enjoy Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker is inquisitive about the science behind sleep and its effects on health and productivity. Comparable to fans of The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg and Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, this audience appreciates evidence-based insights that can be applied to daily life.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Science / Nature
Health / Medicine
Psychology
Themes
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Natural World: Environment
Genre
Psychology
Self Help