Whether it"s adidas, New Balance or Puma, sneakers are the defining footwear of the modern age. With over 300 styles photographed in color beginning with the legendary Converse All Star, Sneakers pays tribute to this most versatile of shoes, from collectors" items to everyday street wear in cutting-edge subcultures, from the aerodynamic Nike models on the running track, to the one-of-a-kind Gucci or Donna Karan on the runway. In-depth feature speads explore such subjects as brand history, celebrity endorsements, famous advertising campaigns, and advice for collectors.