In a new preface to this paperback edition of the 1993 book, Smoot (winner of the Nobel Prize in physics in 2006) cites recent projects seeking to further understanding of the origins of the universe. The University of California-Berkeley cosmologist describes others' theories and experiments to test his theory that post-Big Bang "wrinkles" formed the stars and galaxies. The engaging account for general readers features photos, diagrams, further reading, and a list of contributors to the Cosmic Background Explorer project. Originally published by William Morrow, New York. Annotation 2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
