Jimmys Shoes by Patricia Tanumihardja HARDBACK 9781419755286

Name: Jimmys Shoes by Patricia Tanumihardja HARDBACK 9781419755286
Brand: Abrams

Abrams

A picture book biography of the shoemaker Jimmy Choo, tracing his life from his father\u2019s workshop in Penang to the runways of London to the halls of Kensington Palace.\n On the island of Penang, Jimmy Choo is born into a family of shoemakers. At his father\u2019s side, he learns to make all kinds of shoes\u2014loafers, stilettos, slippers, and more.\n After learning all he can at home, Jimmy immigrates to London, where he can study shoemaking by day and English by night. Nothing comes easy for newcomer Jimmy, but he works hard until he can launch his own business. At his Lucky Shoes, Jimmy specializes in shoes made just for the customer. Before long, he starts to make waves in the London fashion scene. One day, he gets a call from a very special customer\u2014Diana, Princess of Wales, wants him to design\n\nJimmy's Shoes\nThe Story of Jimmy Choo, Shoemaker to a Princess\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tra;