Brunel: The Man Who Built the World

Isambard Kingdom Brunel—the Victorian engineer who dreamed in iron and steam, then made those dreams real. This biography chronicles the audacious mind behind the Great Western Railway, the SS Great Britain, and bridges that still stand today. Weidenfeld & Nicolson delivers a vivid portrait of the man who didn't just build infrastructure; he built the future. Perfect for engineering enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who loves stories of brilliant, stubborn visionaries who refused to think small.