Encyclopedia of Sleep and Dreams The Evolution, Function, Nature, and Mysteries of Slumber [2 volumes]
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Biografisk notat
Deirdre Barrett, PhD, is assistant clinical professor of psychology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA. Patrick McNamara, PhD, is director of the Evolutionary Neurobehavior Laboratory at Boston University School of Medicine, MA.This two-volume set provides truly interdisciplinary coverage of sleep and dreams. . . . All entries are signed and feature references; the book includes a 36-page appendix of topically arranged additional resources and an excellent index. Summing Up: Highly recommended.
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Gathering empirical knowledge from many different disciplines, the editors of this set delve into the history, science, and folklore surrounding sleep and dreams. . . . The editors—a psychologist and a neurologist, respectively—have brought together an impressive list of contributors from around the world. . . . There is much here that will not be found in other
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Booklist
This is a great place to find a wide array of sleep topics and resources and will prove very helpful in understanding concepts and forming theses. A welcome update for library sleep and dream collections.
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