Illustrated Encyclopedia of Knots

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Knots provides easy-to-follow, step-by-step diagrams and instructions for tying over eighty knots. Three hundred and thirty illustrations and ninety full-color photographs guide the reader through the stages of tying each knot correctly and safely.Included are knots for sailing, fishing, climbing, crafts, and a host of other pursuits. Along with the description of how to tie each knot is a detailed history of the knot and an explanation of its practical and decorative uses. (9 x 11, 160 pages, color photos, color illustrations)Geoffrey Budworth is a cofounder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. He is recognized as the world's leading authority on knots and has written more than a dozen books on the subject. He was responsible for updating and revising the classic knot guide, The Ashley Book of Knots. He lives in England.Budworth, Geoffrey is the author of 'Illustrated Encyclopedia of Knots', published 2002 under ISBN 9781585746262 and ISBN 1585746266.