November 13, 2003

Bootism

If you think the phrase you can never be too rich, too thin or have too many shoes rings true, you just might be a bootist.

In Bootism: A Shoe Religion (Andrews McMeel Publishing, $10.95), authors Michael Duranko and Penina Goodman explore the world of the footwear-obsessed.

Like any religion, bootism comes with its own set of commandments ("A bootist shall not kill . . . unless someone is about to snag the last pair on sale in your size. A bootist shall not tell lies, . . . but you can misplace the receipt. A bootist shall not speak of others' errors or faults, . . . however, judging their shoes is different").

And mantras are common: "I will shoe-shop daily. I will honor my collection. I will revere Manolo Blahnik. There is always room for one more pair."
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This people are in danger of losing their sole, which is no small feet.

Posted by Jeff Miller at November 13, 2003 1:20 PM | TrackBack
Comments

Thanks I did not see the RMN article until I found your blog. Glad you liked Bootism, and please check out www.bootism.com.
I am a first time author and trying to get recognized is an uphill battle. Thanks for helping me spread the word.
Cheers,
md

Posted by Michael Duranko email at November 18, 2003 8:23 PM

I'm a single parent going through a bitter divorce and would like some encouragment and humor in my life. So please if you can send me some email of strength and humor. Thank You.

Posted by Eltonez Salton email at November 17, 2004 12:47 PM
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