Tough and Versatile Knots
Author | : Geoffrey Budworth |
Publisher | : Southwater Publishing |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 1842151088 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781842151082 |
Rating | : 4/5 (082 Downloads) |
Download or read book Tough and Versatile Knots written by Geoffrey Budworth and published by Southwater Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are several thousand knots in existence and an infinite number of variations on these. This definitive, practical reference book presents over 90 knots, explaining and illustrating how to tie them in precise step-by-step photographs and clear, detailed text. An introductory section attractively presents an authoritative history of knot tying. There is also invaluable background information on different rope materials, breaking strengths and how to care for cordage. This introduction then prepares the reader for later chapters on how to tie bends, hitches, loops and many other types of knot.