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Comprehensive visual guide to knot-tying mastery.
Imagine never being at loose ends again with your ropes and knots. This encyclopedia is like having a knot guru at your side, showing you the ropes—quite literally—through expertly photographed stages. It’s perfect for anyone with an interest in sailing, climbing, or crafting, who appreciates the value of a well-tied knot.
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ISBN: 9781843091462
Authors:
Geoffrey Budworth
Publisher: Hermes House
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.22
(rated by 227 readers)
Description
Step-by-step instructions for over 200 different knots, bends, hitches, loops, plaits, and whippings. Over 1,200 color photographs showing in detail each stage of tying every knot.
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Comprehensive visual guide to knot-tying mastery.
Imagine never being at loose ends again with your ropes and knots. This encyclopedia is like having a knot guru at your side, showing you the ropes—quite literally—through expertly photographed stages. It’s perfect for anyone with an interest in sailing, climbing, or crafting, who appreciates the value of a well-tied knot.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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