Chuck Taylor: Man Behind the Most Famous Shoe in History

Seventy-five years ago these shoes received their special signature ankle patch. Sixty-five years ago these shoes were worn by American troops fit for service in World War II. Fifty years ago they were the premiere basketball shoe in the country, highly desired by any serious basketball player. Forty years ago, they became avaible in a rainbow of colors, besides the traditional black and white models. Twenty-five years ago they became a "leisure" shoe, more popular for casual wear than for playing basketball. Ten years ago they were nearly abandoned as a flagship product by Converse nearing bankruptcy. Today they are the most popular shoe in history. Who was responsible for creating this iconic shoe that has become such an enormous part ofAmerican culture? Take a look at the book: Chuck Taylor: All Star

Most people who lace up their high tops each day know very little, if anything, about the real Chuck Taylor, the person whose signature resides on their ankles. Chuck Taylor is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, but is he there because of his career as a basketball player and coach, or because he was one of this country's premiere shoe salesmen? Take a look at the first ever book written on the man himself, click here to order

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