The Book of the Feet: A History of Boots and Shoes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hall, Joseph Sparkes

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Book of the Feet: A History of Boots and Shoes" by Joseph Sparkes Hall is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the evolution and significance of footwear, detailing styles from ancient civilizations including the Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks, as well as the development of shoe-making practices in Europe and the United States. Hall, an experienced boot maker himself, combines historical insights with practical advice for shoemakers and remedies for foot ailments. At the start of the book, Hall sets the tone by discussing the origin of foot coverings, particularly sandals in ancient Egypt, illustrating the early methods of shoe-making. He references ancient artifacts and adaptations found in museums, providing a vivid picture of how footwear has changed over time. The opening chapters introduce various aspects of shoe construction and usage in history, emphasizing both the aesthetic and functional roles shoes have played in societal norms and individual comfort, while hinting that the delight in craftsmanship and fashion has continually intertwined with cultural identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2018-04-14