John D. Barrow is research professor of mathematical sciences in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University. His previous books include Theories of Everything, The Artful Universe, Impossibility, Between Inner and Outer Space, The Universe That Discovered Itself, and The Origin of the Universe. He lives in England. From the Hardcover edition.
Entertaining and informative... I am happy to report that nothing is full of interesting reading. -- New Scientist Convincing...authoritative . . . tells the story persuasively. -- Nature Barrow's efforts to relate scientific developments to wider cultural themes must be applauded. --Los Angeles Times Book Review Stuffed with wonderful stories. . . . [A] feast of clear thinking and fine writing. --BookPage