Isambard Kingdom Brunel

Engineering English 1806 – 1859 374 quotes

Greatest engineer of the Industrial Revolution

Quotes by Isambard Kingdom Brunel

I have always found that the best way to inspire others is to lead by example.

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I am not a man who is easily distracted.

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The engineer must be a man of precision.

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I have always found that the best way to solve a problem is to break it down into smaller parts.

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I am not a man who is easily satisfied with mediocrity.

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The engineer must be a man of meticulous attention to detail.

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I have always found that the best way to achieve excellence is to constantly strive for improvement.

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I am not a man who is afraid to challenge the status quo.

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The engineer must be a man of practical application of scientific principles.

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I have always found that the best way to make a lasting impact is to build for the future.

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Engineering is the art of directing the great sources of power in Nature to the use and convenience of man.

Speech 1850

The most important thing is to keep the main design in view.

Letter 1840

I have no fear of the future.

Interview 1857

A good design cannot be achieved without considering the whole.

Professional Notes 1835

The bridge at Saltash will stand as a monument to human ingenuity.

Speech 1859

In engineering, as in life, boldness is the key to success.

Correspondence 1845

The Great Western Railway shall connect the world.

Speech 1833

Perseverance in the face of adversity defines the engineer.

Letter 1852

Steam power is the lifeblood of progress.

Professional Observation 1848

Let us build not for today, but for generations to come.

Speech 1838