John Lobb Book

[Cufflink79]

Grettings all:
Does anyone know of a book called "The Last Shall be First". From what I have heard it is a book published in the late 60's early 70's about bespoke shoe maker (or in England as they say it, boot maker) John Lobb. If anyone knows where I can buy a copy your insight would be greatly appreciated. Would love to have this book to be part of my haberdashery book collection.

Best Regards,

Cufflink79

[Will]

Should be readily available on alibris. www.alibris.com

I have it and consider it only marginally interesting. More of a family history than a book on shoes.

[Mark Seitelman]

I have it.

It is mostly a history of the family firm, but it has some tantalizing bits and pieces.

If you want a comprehensive book on shoes, I recommend Lazlo Vass's "Handmade Shoes."

[Cufflink79]

Thanks for the infomation I will check out the site. I have the Handmade Shoe book, it is a really neat book would have liked to see more shoe makers in it though.

Best Regards,

Cufflink79