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

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Good Press, Dec 5, 2019 - History - 608 pages
"The Book of the Feet: A History of Boots and Shoes" by Joseph Sparkes Hall is a comprehensive history of footwear. The fashions of ancient Egypt, Hebrews, the Persians, Greeks, and Romans are all described, as well as more modern history as well. From the middle ages all the way through to the mid-19th century, the history of how shoes and fashion have evolved is described in fascinating and thorough detail.

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ON THE MOST ANCIENT COVERINGS FOR THE FEET
THE HISTORY OF BOOTS AND SHOES IN ENGLAND
ON THE MORE MODERN FORMS OF FOREIGN BOOTS
THE STRUCTURE OF THE HUMAN FEET
CHILDRENS BOOTS AND SHOES
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES OF EMINENT SHOEMAKERS
ROBERT BLOOMFIELD
JOSEPH PENDRELL

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