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This expanded edition of the bestselling "Handbook of Knots" includes 16 additional pages with new photography. Clear instructions and annotated step-by-step photographs will help you learn how to tie more than 100 knots. Choose knots for fishing, camping, sailing, climbing, and for general or decorative use with the help of a quick reference guide.
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Des Pawson has run a ropeworking business for over 20 years. He teaches and displays his skills at exhibitions, galleries and museums all over the world, and is co-founder of The International Guild of Knot Tyers. Des has appeared on radio and television and his work is featured in a number of publications including The Boatman, Country Living and the Financial Times. Des resides in Ipswich, Suffolk.
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This short handy sized book starts by giving an informative explanations on how rope is made, the strenghts and weaknesses of each type and their usage. The reader is then led through all manner of rope work, from the simple knots usefull in everyday life, through splicing and joining of ropes, to creation of decorative rope work. Each knot is accompanied by a simple chart on how and where to use the knot, but the main bonus is the simple colour pictures that will take you from novice to expert whilst explaining technique.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
All the knots are illustrated with photograps which are of a good quality. The layout is clear and the copy precise. My only critisism is it would be more user friendly if it were spiral bound. All the common knots and their relatives are included and their uses are highlighted by icons. For a novice as myself it was ideal.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is much more than just how to tie knots. Rope construction, care, storing, and handling techniques are also clearly presented.
The use of colored illustrations is capitalized on superbly. Different colored ropes are used to maximum effect where appropriate to give a clear picture of how a properly tied knot should look.
Knots are grouped by type. Instructions for each knot are presented succintly, with steps and well chosen words accompanied with colored photographs showing hand positions with the ropes. (There is a nice touch of cultural diversity just simply there unobtrusively in the hands.) Anyone can readily learn how to tie any of these knots without having to read and re-read instructions.
The relative pros and cons of similar knots are included.
Even if one were never to tie any of these knots, one could derive pleasure from looking at the beautiful illustrations and the ingenious variety of knots that we humans have invented for specific applications. Just leafing through this book gives one a sense of mankind's history and the technological evolution that necessitated we design these knots for quite practical, and in some cases, esthetic reasons.
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Handbook of Knots
Great book - absorbing & easy to use. I chose it from amongst about half a dozen, & was pleased with my choice. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Loulou
Well laid out
This book is typical of D & K a high standard of print, paper, colour and instruction. it is proving ideal for a 10 year old boy who has just joined the VCC.
Published 6 months ago by GRANDMA LILY
In a knot
A very good book with clear illustrations.I keep picking it up practicing a few knots & putting it back down.Its become my worry beads substitute...... Read more
Published 8 months ago by SA Hull
Check page order.
Nicely set out and illustrated book but unfortunately some pages missing and some duplicated. As I had already re-cycled the packaging before noticing the errors I have no proof of... Read more
Published on 24 April 2010 by Doh....
Clear and handy, this one is recommendable.
This is a well organised book suitable for even the least experienced readers. Seasoned veterans may not find much excitments in this little book. Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2010 by Jia
the knot bible
Des Pawson's knot book is all you need to get to know the most usefull knots.Clear images,and straightforward instructions.
Published on 26 Feb 2010 by Mr. M. Cragg
Great Reference on Knots
I thought I knew a little about knots but this book took me a lot further on a voyage of discovery. Excellent pictures and graphics showing how to do knots, hitches, splices and... Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2009 by T P
Lot's of esoteric Knots, Not very useful as a reference
I found the diagrams difficult to follow although the color photographs were well done. This was akward to use as a reference manual. Read more
Published on 26 Mar 1999
very useful!
After checking this book out from the library I've decided I need my own copy. ;) The photos are so clear even a fumblefingers like me can follow them!
Published on 6 Feb 1999
This is a Great Book!!
I've enjoied this book to the maximum. It is a complete reference for the amateur & the serious crafter&sailor. I recomend it!!
Published on 25 Nov 1998
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