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.

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Title: Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US
Publication Date: 2009
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0870330217
ISBN 13: 9780870330216
Binding: Hardback
Edition: 4th Edition.
Condition: New
Weight: 1424 grams

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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 knots
348 full-page plates with illustrations of the knots described
A history of ropemaking as an artform
Directions 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.

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