Sleep and society : sociological ventures into the (un)known ... / Simon J. Williams.

London ; New York : Routledge, 2005.

ix, 198 pages ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references (p. [173]-191) and index.

Changing theories and explanations of sleep: from ancient to modern times -- Sleep through the centuries: historical patterns and practices -- Sleep, embodiment and the lifeword (Lebenswelt) -- The social patterning and social organisation of sleep: inequalities, institutions and injustices -- Colonising/capitalising on sleep: medicalisation and beyond -- Conclusions: remaining questions and the challenges ahead.