Knots and Ropework

Knots and Ropework is the ideal companion guide for all novice sailors and will prove invaluable as reference for the more experienced. All the major knots are included, such as the Bowline, Anchor Bend and Clove Hitch and some less familiar such as Constrictor Knot and the Jury Knot.

Topics include: knot terminology; rope materials and construction; whipping; seizing and splicing; decorative knotting and rope maintenance. Profusely illustrated with photographs and line drawings, this book is ideal for all those concerned with boats and boating.

Author: Nola Trower
Format: PB 128 pages
Publisher: Crowood Press
Pub date: Sept 2000
ISBN 10: 1861263791
ISBN 13: 9781861263797

List Price: £9.99