Knot Handbook

A complete guide to tying & using knots, this book includes fully illustrated step-by-step instructions on how to tie each knot, with hundreds of close-up full-color photographs showing each step of the process. Sections on types of rope, rope making, maintenance & terminology are also provided, as well as a quick reference glossary for at-a-glance information. Chapters: whipping & coiling; stopper knots; loops; binding knots; hitches; bends; plaits, sennits & lashings; & glossary of knot terms.Costantino, Maria is the author of 'Knot Handbook', published 2001 under ISBN 9780756751845 and ISBN 0756751845.