9780785838623-0785838627-The Handy Book of Knots: Learn to Tie More Than 150 Knots for Boating, Climbing, and More!

The Handy Book of Knots: Learn to Tie More Than 150 Knots for Boating, Climbing, and More!

ISBN-13: 9780785838623
ISBN-10: 0785838627
Author: Geoffrey Budworth, Richard Hopkins
Publication date: 2020
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Format: Flexibound 240 pages
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ISBN-13: 9780785838623
ISBN-10: 0785838627
Author: Geoffrey Budworth, Richard Hopkins
Publication date: 2020
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Format: Flexibound 240 pages

Summary

The Handy Book of Knots: Learn to Tie More Than 150 Knots for Boating, Climbing, and More! (ISBN-13: 9780785838623 and ISBN-10: 0785838627), written by authors Geoffrey Budworth, Richard Hopkins, was published by Chartwell Books in 2020. With an overall rating of 4.5 stars, it's a notable title among other books. You can easily purchase or rent The Handy Book of Knots: Learn to Tie More Than 150 Knots for Boating, Climbing, and More! (Flexibound) from BooksRun, along with many other new and used books and textbooks. And, if you're looking to sell your copy, our current buyback offer is $0.63.

Description

With over 150 knots and splices, The Handy Book of Knots is your go-to guide to learn how to secure, fasten, and tie knots with confidence--just follow the simple, step-by-step photo instructions.



Learn just one or two different knots from this book and you will be glad you bought it. Learn ten, and it could make a difference in your life. This is because there is endless pleasure to be had from the study and practice of knot tying, this fundamental but fascinating process being an art, craft, science and philosophy, all rolled into one.



Types of knots covered:

  • Figure-of-eight knots
  • Bowlines and sheet bends
  • Crossing knots
  • Wrap-and-tuck knots
  • Mavericks and mutations
This comprehensive reference also includes a full glossary, and an index. Whether you're interested in easy knots or the more complex ones, The Handy Book of Knots is a must-have reference guide for the budding survivalist, fisherman, sailor, rock climber, or any handy individual.

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