BOOK OF KNOTS

120 practical knots for all purposes which will serve you well in countless situations whether camping, climbing, sailing, fishing or fixing things in the home, from the Hangman's Noose to the Halter's Hitch. Get to grips with knots as each entry reveals the history and development, uses and special features and clear illustrated step-by-step instructions explain how to tie every knot. Chapters cover the following construction and tying methods - Bends, Loops, Hitches, Lashings, Coils, Stoppers and Whippings. Some have fabulous names like the Sheepshank, Alpine Coil, Half-Blood Knot, Lobster-Buoy Hitch, Butterfly Loop and Spanish Bowline. Big clear colour illus. throughout and ratings of strength by ease of untying, security and strength. With glossary, 176pp, 17.5 x 14.5cm.