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Keyser, Amber J.

Sneaker Century: A History of Athletic Shoes

64 pp. | Twenty-First Century | January, 2015 | Library ISBN 978-1-4677-2640-5 $34.65 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-4677-6309-7
(3) YA With a lighthearted tone; a keen understanding of sociocultural, political, and economic factors; and many photos of athletes and their kicks, Keyser traces the rise of sneakers from the turn of the twentieth century to today. An astute portrait of the dynamic relationships between youth culture, athletes, and the sneaker industry, and a glimpse at industry drama. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Rebecca Fox

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