David Mushet Quote

Whilst the exploits of the conqueror and the intrigues of the demagogue are faithfully preserved through a succession of ages, the persevering and unobtrusive efforts of genius, developing the best blessings of the Deity to man, are often consigned to oblivion.

Cited in: Samuel Smiles (1864) Industrial biography; iron-workers and tool-makers, p. 189