In this second edition, the world’s foremost authority on the history of thimbles tells all, outlining the little tools long romantic history, from ancient Egypt to today. The thimble’s history is interwoven with that of women, such as the Victorian seamstress or the French Court lady, giving glimpses of a private and domestic world history books often overlook. This book also supplies practical tips on cataloging, maintenance, and display. With more than 2,000 thimbles illustrated in full-color, this book is a must for anyone with a fascination for sewing tools.