INTRODUCTION. . • r The Authqr of the book in hand, baving passed through the various scenes through 'which he would accolnpany his reader,S, was prorupted to make this offering to the craft and the public in order to relieve his mind of the thoughts had upon the subject of making shoes, as well as to contribute something of a literary cha.ractel~ ~~hich, in the broad range of possibilities, may become usef~l as a text-book, or falnily-book, for those who may feel interested in making or wearing shoes, and perhaps lead to soruething better. ReaJizing the imperfections and shortcomings of the human falnily, to some extent at least, no claim beyond that which you "are disposed to put upon it is held, so that any communication Vt·ill be gladly received and noted. This opportunity is also taken to express thanks fOl" some valuable suggestions from the U. S. Bureau of Education, and others, concerning the publication of this little volume, and in its preAbout the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the difficult to read text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org - from Amzon