
Dreaming of Answers
Walter James(Author)
Brewster Press
Published on 15. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
298 pages
979-8-9941451-0-4 (ISBN)
Description
We spend nearly a third of our lives asleep, yet most of us understand surprisingly little about how sleep actually works-or why it fails. In an era of wearable trackers, melatonin supplements, and conflicting advice, confusion about sleep has never been greater.
In Dreaming of Answers, Walter James, MD, draws on decades of clinical experience and modern neuroscience to explain the architecture of sleep, the purpose of REM and deep stages, and the biological systems governing circadian rhythm, memory consolidation, and brain restoration.
He examines common disorders-including insomnia, sleep apnea, parasomnias, and fragmented sleep-and distinguishes what is supported by evidence from what is not.
Clear and rigorously grounded, this book moves beyond folklore and quick fixes, offering readers a deeper understanding of why sleep matters-and what practical steps can meaningfully improve the quality and stability of restorative sleep.
"A useful and authoritative guide that both physicians and patients will benefit from."
-James Braude, MD, Primary Care Internist
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
487 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-9941451-0-4 (9798994145104)
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Walter James, MD, is a physician specializing in sleep medicine. In 1993, he founded the Sleep Laboratory at Piedmont Hospital Atlanta and served as its Director for three decades. Over his career, he has diagnosed and treated insomnia, sleep apnea, parasomnias, and other sleep disorders, emphasizing evidence-based care and clear patient education. Dreaming of Answers reflects his commitment to translating complex neuroscience into practical strategies for restorative sleep.