A comprehensive history of knots and ropemaking that covers thousands of knots, with how-to instructions for tying and making useful and decorative items with rope.
When this book first published in 1939, it quickly became—and has remained for more than a half century—the classic in its field. Truly comprehensive in scope, this encyclopedia begins with a history of knots and rope making and proceeds into the how-to of tying and of making useful and decorative articles with rope.
The book includes:
Both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the artform will find this encyclopedia to be a treasure trove of valuable tips and insights.
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Seller: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Book has wear from age. Seller Inventory # mon0004264661
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 4th. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 0870330217-7-1
Seller: Vashon Island Books, Vashon, WA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. b/w Illustration (illustrator). Fourth Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" Tall. In pictorial jacket over blue cloth with gilt titling, 4to, 690pp. Illustrated profusely. Seller Inventory # 0856948
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
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Seller: Rarewaves USA, HEBRON, KY, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: New. 4th Edition. A comprehensive history of knots and ropemaking that covers thousands of knots, with how-to instructions for tying and making useful and decorative items with rope. When this book first published in 1939, it quickly became-and has remained for more than a half century-the classic in its field. Truly comprehensive in scope, this encyclopedia begins with a history of knots and rope making and proceeds into the how-to of tying and of making useful and decorative articles with rope. The book includes: Descriptions of more than 3,600 knots348 full-page plates with illustrations of the knots describedA history of ropemaking as an artformDirections for creating a host of practical items from rope Both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the artform will find this encyclopedia to be a treasure trove of valuable tips and insights. Seller Inventory # LU-9780870330216
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely. Seller Inventory # 6666-GRD-9780870330216
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Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is unquestionably the greatest book on knots and rope work ever published, yet it is a valuable reference for anyone from eight to eighty. First published in 1939, it quickly became - and has remained for more than a half century - the classic in its field. Truly comprehensive in scope, this encyclopedia begins with a history of knots and rope making and proceeds into the how-to of tying and of making useful and decorative articles with rope. More than 3,600 knots are described and illustrated in 348 full-page plates. A comprehensive history of knots and ropemaking that covers thousands of knots, with how-to instructions for tying and making useful and decorative items with rope. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780870330216
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
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