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Reviewed on May 15, 2017 | science and technology
Inspired by the sleeplessness that ensued after the birth of his twins, McGirr (Things You Get for Free), a writer and former priest, presents a thoughtful series of meditations on the many aspects of sleep. Divided into brief chapters ("8:45 PM"; "Midnight"), this book covers a wide scope of science, literature, and history, tackling the theme of slumber in fairy tales and ancient m...Log In or Sign Up to Read More