The Mystery of Sleep

""The Mystery of Sleep"" by John Bigelow is a comprehensive exploration of the science and history behind one of the most fundamental and mysterious aspects of human life: sleep. The book delves into the latest research on sleep and its impact on our physical and mental health, as well as the cultural and social significance of sleep throughout history. Bigelow examines the various stages of sleep, the role of dreams, and the complex processes that occur in the brain during sleep. He also discusses the challenges of sleep disorders and the various treatments available. Ultimately, ""The Mystery of Sleep"" provides readers with a fascinating and informative look at this essential aspect of human life, offering insights into how we can improve our sleep and lead healthier, happier lives.1905. Why do we spend one third of our lives in sleep?""'; dreams imply imperfect sleep; sleep interrupts all conscious relations with the phenomenal world'; Most conspicuous changes wrought during sleep physical, not physical; the most important events in human history initiated during sleep; spiritual influence of sleep illustrated by its privation; What is meant by God's resting on the seventh day of creation? Prominence given to the morning hour in the bible, and it's spiritual significance; our external and internal memory; in sleep we die daily; why we are not permitted to be conscious of the experiences of the soul in sleep.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.