Roger Ekirch
Roger Ekirch | |
|---|---|
| Born | Birth date -1st March 1966 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Historian |
| Academic background | |
| Alma mater | Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | History |
| Sub-discipline | Early Modern Europe, American History |
| Institutions | Virginia Tech |
| Notable works | At Day's Close: Night in Times Past |
Roger Ekirch (born February 6, 1950) is an American historian and a professor of history at Virginia Tech. He is best known for his pioneering research on pre-industrial sleep patterns and his book At Day's Close: Night in Times Past.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Roger Ekirch was born in Washington, D.C. on February 6, 1950. He attended Dartmouth College, where he received his B.A. in History. He later earned his Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University.
Academic Career[edit | edit source]
Ekirch began his academic career at Virginia Tech, where he has been a faculty member for several decades. His research interests include Early Modern Europe and American History, with a particular focus on the social and cultural aspects of these periods.
Research on Sleep Patterns[edit | edit source]
One of Ekirch's most notable contributions to the field of history is his research on historical sleep patterns. In his book At Day's Close: Night in Times Past, he explores the concept of "segmented sleep," a pattern in which people would have two distinct periods of sleep, separated by a period of wakefulness. This research has had a significant impact on our understanding of sleep and its historical context.
Publications[edit | edit source]
Ekirch has authored several books and numerous articles. Some of his notable works include:
- At Day's Close: Night in Times Past
- Bound for America: The Transportation of British Convicts to the Colonies, 1718-1775
- Birthright: The True Story that Inspired 'Kidnapped'
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, Ekirch has received various awards and honors for his contributions to the field of history. These include fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Ekirch resides in Blacksburg, Virginia, where he continues to teach and conduct research.
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