Sleep by Ian Oswald is a classic and influential study of sleep, dreaming, and the nature of human consciousness.
Drawing on clinical research and psychological insight, Oswald explores what happens when we sleep, why dreaming occurs, and how sleep relates to mental health and emotional processing. First published in the mid-20th century, this work helped shape modern understanding of sleep science.
The book examines:
The stages and cycles of sleep
The function of dreams
Sleep and mental wellbeing
The biology and psychology of rest
Disorders and disturbances of sleep
Accessible yet grounded in scientific research, this title will appeal to readers interested in:
Psychology of sleep and dreaming
Consciousness studies
Neuroscience and mental health
The scientific study of dreams
For those exploring the boundary between mind, body, and consciousness — including readers interested in dream experience and altered states — this remains a valuable foundational text.