In “The First Seven Years,” the main character, Feld, works as a shoemaker (A).
“The First Seven Years” is a short story written by Bernard Malamud. This story revolves around a Jewish shoemaker and his relationship with his daughter’s suitor, who we know as Max. The topic dives into the struggle between following one’s heart and abiding by social norms, the complexities of parental expectations, and traditions.