The Shoemakers

by Leonard Everett Fisher

Book Overview

Surveys the history and technique of shoemaking in colonial America. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761405100
• ISBN13: 9780761405108
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.3" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 9 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 4 and higher

Customer Reviews

Excellent!

From its earliest known beginning in 1629 in Salem, Massachusetts Bay Colony, The Shoemakers traces the history of that trade in colonial times. The technique of shoe making is explained in detail, and the illustrations (by the author) are wonderful. It's almost like spending the day next to a master craftsman as an apprentice. Leonard Everett Fischer is one of the most honored writers of literature for children, and this book is evidence of his tremendous contribution. Highly recommended for young readers or adults interested in diverse aspects of colonial history.