Challenging Knots : Practical Handbook
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There are several thousand knots in existence and an infinite number of variations. This practical reference book presents over 90 knots, explaining and illustrating how to tie them in step-by-step photographs and text. An introductory section presents a history of knot tying, and background information on different rope materials, breaking strengths and how to care for cordage. Subsequent chapters explain how to tie bends, hitches, loops and many other types of knot.
TitleChallenging Knots : Practical Handbook
Author
Place of publicationLondon
PublisherLorenz Books, Anness
Year of publication2000
Pagination132 p.
IllustrationsIllus., colour photographs
Dimensions17.5 x 22.8 cm
Materialbook
Class numberVM533 .B83 2000
ISBN0-7548-0512-3
NotesThe International Guild of Knot Tyers Collection
Previously published as Tough and Versatile Knots, and as part of a larger compendium The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots and Ropework.
Previously published as Tough and Versatile Knots, and as part of a larger compendium The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots and Ropework.
Subjectknots and splices, ropes