Ashley Book Of Knots Used. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. The commentary on some knots may fail to address their behavior when tied with modern synthetic fiber or kernmantle style ropes.”
Ashley is undoubtedly most famous for his stunning 1944 compilation the ashley book of knots (doubleday new york) a reference manual of thousands of knots with excellent diagrams. Ashley describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it. The book includes 4,000 knots, with all the varieties of shipboard knots as well as knots used by butchers, steeplejacks, electric linesmen, knitters, cobblers, surgeons, poachers and cowboys.
Working with rope, line and plating every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it with 7000 drawings representing 3800 knots.
First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. Ashley is undoubtedly most famous for his stunning 1944 compilation the ashley book of knots (doubleday new york) a reference manual of thousands of knots with excellent diagrams. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11, 620 pp. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages.