A Wreath For St. Crispin: Being Sketches Of Eminent Shoemakers (1848) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120135827)

A Wreath for St. Crispin: Being Sketches of Eminent Shoemakers is a book written by John Prince and published in 1848. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of famous shoemakers throughout history, including their life stories, achievements, and contributions to the art and craft of shoemaking. The title of the book is a reference to St. Crispin, the patron saint of shoemakers, and the wreath symbolizes the honor and recognition bestowed upon these skilled artisans. The book provides insights into the history of shoemaking, the evolution of the craft, and the role of shoemakers in society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of footwear and the people who made it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Prince
ISBN-10: 1120135826
ISBN-13: 9781120135827
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d