Books by Matthew Walker
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
by Matthew Walker
Why We Sleep is a bestselling book about the vital importance of sleep to human functioning. It's by sleep scientist Matthew Walker, Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and Founder and Director of its Center for Human Sleep Science. We neglect the importance of sleep at our peril, he warns: "relative to the recommended seven to nine hours, the shorter your sleep, the shorter your life span."
Interviews where books by Matthew Walker were recommended
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Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
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When Brains Dream: Exploring the Science and Mystery of Sleep
by Antonio Zadra & Robert Stickgold -
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The Awesome Power of Sleep: How Sleep Supercharges Your Teenage Brain
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Sleep Paralysis: Night-mares, Nocebos and the Mind-Body Connection
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Sleep in Early Modern England
by Sasha Handley
Books About Sleep, recommended by Five Books interviewees
Books About Sleep, recommended by Five Books interviewees
A solid sleep schedule is the bedrock of a healthy lifestyle. But a surprising number of people either struggle to maintain a good routine, or to stay asleep once they finally manage to drift away. We’ve gathered together a list of recommended books for anyone out there ready to get serious about sleep.
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Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
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Food for Life: Your Guide to the New Science of Eating Well
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
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Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
by Matthew Walker -
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Outlive: The Art and Science of Longevity
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Pure, White, and Deadly: How Sugar Is Killing Us and What We Can Do to Stop It
by John Yudkin
Self-Help Books for 2025
Self-Help Books for 2025
New year, new you? Every January, millions resolve to become fitter, happier and more productive. If you’re looking for evergreen life advice, look no further than this curated selection of self-help books, recommended by our expert interviewees.
