Built to Last? by Kathryn Morrison

Built to Last? by Kathryn Morrison

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Summary

This book documents the extraordinary character of what survives of the boot and shoe industry in Northamptonshire. Because many of the historic buildings related to the industry are robust and versatile, it examines how they can be put to new use.

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Built to Last? by Kathryn Morrison

Northamptonshire is renowned for the production of high-quality boots and shoes, which were exported throughout the world. Its manufacturers dispatched huge cargoes of footwear for all climates and terrains to the colonies. Periodically the demands of war also spurred production to new heights and created new markets. This book outlines the evolution of boot and shoemaking in Northamptonshire. It examines the landscapes and buildings created in the service of the industry, highlighting their special qualities and emphasising the importance of conservation and regeneration in preserving the best of the boot and shoe heritage for the future.
Author and architectural historian.
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ISBN 13 9781873592793
ISBN 10 1873592795
Title Built to Last?
Author Kathryn Morrison
Series Informed Conservation
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Liverpool University Press
Year published 2004-09-30
Number of pages 72
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.