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Knots Step by Step

A Practical Guide to Tying & Using Over 100 Knots
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Knots Step by Step by Des Pawson is a comprehensive, visual guide to tying over 100 knots for all occasions. From practical uses in climbing, sailing, horse-riding, and fishing to gardening, DIY, medical, and decorative purposes, this book offers clear step-by-step photographs to help readers master everything from figure-of-eights to reef knots and monkey's fists. It also explores the history and original uses of many knots, making it both an instructional and fascinating read for anyone keen to learn the art of knot tying.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, hobbyists, DIYers, and anyone interested in practical skills or traditional crafts. Its clear layout suits beginners wanting to learn knot tying as well as experienced users seeking a handy reference.

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Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

The visual step-by-step guide taking you through the loops in the world of knots.

This is the one-stop guide to knots for every purpose and occasion.

Knots Step by Step is the essential guide to knowing and tying knots for every purpose. From figure-of-eights to reef knots and highwayman's hitches to monkey's fists, this book includes every knot you ever thought you needed to tie—and more!

Covering more than 100 knots for climbing, sailing, horse-riding, survival, and fishing as well as for gardening, DIY, medical, and decorative purposes, the clear layout and photographs of every step will move you on from knot-tying novice in no time. You'll also learn all about the different types of knots and the fascinating stories behind how many of these came into being as well as their original functions.

Knots Step by Step is the ideal book to have to hand for whenever a knot is needed, so grab a copy now and be prepared for every knotty scenario.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241471210

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 102.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 452g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Des Pawson is an expert on everything knots and a founder member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. In 2007 he was awarded an MBE for his contribution to the rope industry.

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