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The Fascinating History of Sleep: How Our Ancestors Slumbered
In a world constantly buzzing with activity, sleep has become a modern obsession. The advent of technology has conditioned us to believe that longer, uninterrupted hours of sleep are the gold standard for rest. However, as Heather, the host of the Renaissance English History Podcast, delves into the historical norms surrounding sleep, listeners discover that our ancestors experienced their nighttime slumber quite differently.