Mapping the Darkness

This audiobook explores the groundbreaking journey of scientists who transformed sleep from a misunderstood phenomenon into a vital area of study. Starting with Nathaniel Kleitman's pioneering work in the 1920s and his famous cave experiment in the 1930s, it follows the careers of influential figures like Eugene Aserinsky, who discovered REM sleep, and William Dement, known as the father of sleep medicine. Award-winning journalist Kenneth Miller skillfully intertwines science and history, highlighting how these researchers illuminated the crucial role of sleep in our lives and initiated a global conversation about sleep health.