A Manual of Shoemaking and Leather and Rubber Products

"A Manual of Shoemaking and Leather and Rubber Products" by William H. Dooley is a comprehensive instructional guide from the early 1900s designed for those learning about leather and shoe production. The manual explains the trade for both students and professionals, and it thoroughly covers the expertise and raw materials needed for crafting shoes. From the start, the book underlines the importance of knowing shoemaking terms and gives a summary of shoe parts like the sole and upper. It also describes the types of hides used and the basic steps to turn them into leather. This basic information is essential for anyone wanting to work in shoemaking because it prepares them for more complex techniques covered later in in the book.