An examination of sleep from the perspective of a narcoleptic

Praise for Henry Nicholls: brilliantly clear and enthusiastic...Henry Nicholls manages to combine detail with passion -- David Shukman, BBC Nicholls' passion for his subject and sense of humour are always evident -- Paul Chambers * The Times Literary Supplement * what good science writing is all about - explanation through a ripping narrative. -- Steve Connor * The Independent * [Nicholls] has the skill, rare among scientists, of explaining science in a clear and appealing manner. His writing is easygoing yet informative, and will be accessible to any reader with an interest -- Fintan Enright * Irish Examiner * A master raconteur -- John Mathew, Historian of science Praise for The Galapagos: This is the perfect book to take with you if you are planning a trip to the Galapagos. Even if you are not, this is an enchanting and enlightening account of the most scientifically significant islands in the world. -- Tim Birkhead Thoroughly researched, highly informative, lively and enjoyable, each page is a real pleasure to read. Whether a first time visitor or an old Galapagos 'hand' Henry Nicholls' The Galapagos should accompany you on any physical or virtual trip to these Enchanted Islands -- Ian Dunn, Chief Executive Officer, Galapagos Conservation Trust A thoughtfully executed and excellent read. -- Johannah Barry, president of the Galapagos Conservancy I thought I knew everything about the islands until I read Henry Nicholls's The Galapagos, the best single-volume work I've found and the perfect guide ... A captivating book. -- Michael Shermer, publisher of Skeptic magazine and author of Why Darwin Matters Henry Nicholls has added an informative, fun and up-to-date read to the Galapagos literature. -- Linda J. Cayot, Science Advisor, Galapagos Conservancy Advance Praise for Sleepyhead: A fascinating personal and scientific journey through the mysterious realm that we lose ourselves in for a third of our lives. Dr Nicholls is an amusing and perceptive host, on a trail from Dionysius to Dante, Dickens to Didgeridoos, as we discover just what our minds get up to when we're asleep. -- Gaia Vince

Henry Nicholls is a science journalist, specialising in evolutionary biology and conservation, and is a regular contributor to New Scientist, Nature, BBC Focus and BBC Wildlife. He writes a regular column for BBC Earth and The Guardian, and is the author of three books - Lonesome George, The Way of the Panda and The Galapagos.Find him on Twitter @WayOfThePandahttp://henrynicholls.com/