The Perfectionists

How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World

By: Simon Winchester

Narrated by: Simon Winchester

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A precise account of precision by a perfectionist

Simon Winchester's polished, yet sincere, unpretentious and, yes, precise narrative is a delight to listen to, which only adds to the experience of learning about the intricacies of the machinations of the world of engineering. The text is never boring, and is not only informative, but, crucially, formative, conducing the reader through the bootstrapping processes that led humanity to ever decreasing uncertainty about our physical world all the way to the unfathomable achievements of state of the art precision engineering. The author's delivery is impeccable, with minute attention to intonation, pace and register. A delight to notice very subtle changes in accent from Received Pronunciation to American or Australian pronunciation when Winchester is quoting and American and an Australian, respectively. Highly recommended entertainment and education.

Long winded but still good

This was a very interesting listen. I kept wanting to pause the book and look at a Rolls-Royce or check out an jet engine schematic. I highly recommend, but be prepared for minor digressions now and again.

Technically Satisfying

As an American, I loved the worldview this book brought to the history of precision and engineering in general. I learned how Britain and the US were both alike a different in their early manufacturing philosophies. The narrator's (and author's) voice was very easy to listen to.

Love Winchester

Simon Winchester's books are always interesting and informative. Made better by his own narration. They keep getting better.

Fascinating progression of things

Love the details in the narrative and Mr. Winchester’s voice. Another excellent book for this armchair engineer.