Mildred Kalish grew up during the Depression on an Iowa farm. She does a fantastic job of recounting her and her family’s experiences during that really difficult time. I really enjoyed reading about the gardening, household chores, and cooking during a time when there was not running water or electricity in every household. You may find their resourcefulness inspiring as I did – waste not want not! This is a great read for those interested in times gone by.
In her engrossing new book, Insomniac, Gayle Greene a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, addresses head-on the neglect of this disorder that affects millions. Greene, who has suffered from insomnia all her life, weaves together four strands: the story of her personal journey through a lifetime of sleepless nights; the experiences of other insomniacs; an in-depth study of sleep science and current research; and a detailed examination of what can be done to help those afflicted with this problem.