Isambard Kingdom Brunel by L.T.C. Rolt
A lively, readable biography that traces the life and career of a towering Victorian engineer, following his audacious designs, technical innovations and the ambitious projects that transformed transport and industry in 19th-century Britain. It follows his apprenticeship and formative experiences, then the conception and execution of landmark works such as pioneering railways, revolutionary steamships and dramatic bridges and tunnels, showing how imagination, relentless problem-solving and personal courage combined with practical skill. The narrative balances engineering detail with human portraiture, revealing his stubborn temperament, periods of risk and financial strain, and the social and technological context that shaped—and was shaped by—his legacy. The book argues that his combination of visionary thinking and hands-on engineering permanently reshaped modern infrastructure and left a complex but enduring reputation.
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- 1957
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- English
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- English
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