Quote by James Cameron

I was always fascinated by engineering. Maybe it was an attempt maybe to get my father's respect or interest, or maybe it was just a genetic love of technology, but I was always trying to build things.


I was always fascinated by engineering. Maybe it was an atte

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their lifelong fascination with engineering. They ponder if their strong interest in the field stemmed from a desire to gain their father's respect and attention. At the same time, it is suggested that a natural inclination towards technology may have played a role in their constant desire to construct and create. The quote emphasizes the individual's enduring passion for building things and highlights the potential motivations behind it.

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By James Cameron
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