L. T. C. Rolt Libri

A powerful insight into the men and machines that built modern Britain

A classic work that must be included in the library of any railway enthusiast

Engineering genius, technical innovator and one of the greatest figures of the Industrial Revolution, Isambard Kingdom Brunel changed the face of the English landscape with his groundbreaking designs and ingenious constructions. L. T. C. Rolt's masterly biography is the definitive work on Brunel, tracing the life, times and monumental achivements of the man who helped to build modern Britain.

The narrative unfolds in the fictional industrial town of Winterstoke, encapsulating pivotal historical events from the Industrial Revolution to the modern era. Set in the English Midlands, it explores the transformation from early monastic mills to a contemporary atomic research facility, highlighting the profound impact of industrialization on society. Rolt's work emphasizes the significance of this period in human history, reflecting on the artistic and literary neglect of the Industrial Revolution's legacy.