Author Nicholas Smith examines the history, innovation, and societal impact of sneakers in American life through marketing, economic, and cultural trends. Smith weaves together a story of how the sneaker evolved over the course of a century.  As production methods were revolutionized, the perception of this iconic footwear shifted as well, making them into must-have shoes.  Themes in this book will tie into Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks. 

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