Ashley Book of Knots: Every Practical Knot--What It Looks Like, Who Uses It, Where It Comes From, and...

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Clifford Ashley

Ashley Book of Knots

Every Practical Knot--What It Looks Like, Who Uses It, Where It Comes From, and How to Tie It...

Clifford Ashley

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Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group
21 June 1944

Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts; Sports & outdoor recreation

"The definitive book on knots-including approximately 3,900 different kinds of knots, from simple hitches to ""Marlingspike Seamanship,"" this book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages.

""The Bible of knot-tyers.... Like the best cookbooks or collections of movie reviews, it's a great dip-in read- Sit down at the breakfast table, flip the book open to any page, and you'll find an appetizing morsel to gnaw on.""-The New York Times

The Ashley Book of Knots includes almost everything there is to know about knots, each precisely named and classified (with some new knots officially listed for the first time in the original 1944 publication). Mr. Ashley describes when each knot initially appeared, something about their history, and what each knot is best used for.

Including an easy-to-use index of knots, Mr. Ashley gives explicit directions on how to tie each knot. Devoting eleven years to writing his masterpiece, he describes each step simply and clearly and penned some 7,000 illustrativedrawings alongside the text. This classic resource is based on forty years of looking for, trying out, and thinking up new knots. Mr. Ashley's drawings abound in humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes. The Ashley Book of Knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library."

By: Clifford Ashley
Imprint: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 283mm, Width: 224mm, Spine: 42mm
Weight: 1.724kg
ISBN: 9780385040259
ISBN 10: 0385040253
Pages: 620
Publication Date: 21 June 1944
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Ashley Book of Knots: Every Practical Knot--What It Looks Like, Who Uses It, Where It Comes From, and How to Tie It

"‘‘The Ashley Book of Knots’ is regarded as the Bible of knot-tyers.... But “The Ashley Book” is no nostalgia trip. It’s too punchy — too cheerful and too well-written. Like the best cookbooks or collections of movie reviews, it’s a great dip-in read: Sit down at the breakfast table, flip the book open to any page, and you’ll find an appetizing morsel to gnaw on."" —The New York Times"