Generally made from leather.
Sure. A softball glove is made of the same materials that a baseball glove is made of (high grade leather). They need time to be broken in. Oiling the glove will help with this process.
The softball glove was invented in the 1920's.
It depends on the glove. Most are made of steer though.
nylon
No, the glove is intended for baseball, by fielders and pitchers who want a little longer glove for scooping up balls. It can be used for softball, bit does not have a larger pocket that would make a strictly softball glove better.
The size of the glove depends on what position she plays. This buyers guide should help:http://www.hitrunscore.com/softball-glove-buyers-guide.html
no
It just means that it is made for a person who throws with their right hand
there are catching gloves, 1st basemens glove, infielders glove and outfielders glove.