The Enchanted World of Sleep by Peretz Lavie is a captivating and authoritative introduction to the science, history, and mystery of human sleep. Drawing from decades of research, Lavie explains the biological rhythms, stages of sleep, dreams, and sleep disorders, while weaving in cultural, mythological, and psychological perspectives on how we understand and experience this vital yet little-understood state. Accessible, engaging, and full of insight, this book opens the door to the hidden third of our lives with clarity and fascination.