There are over 7,000 drawings of 3,900 knots and their application in the 619 page knot tyers tome. The ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley alibris. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. Clifford ashley developed this bend and believed it to be original, along with several similar ones. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. 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. Every practical knot what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and how to tie it clifford w. These have been collected and collated by geoffrey budworth with the help of other members of the international guild of knot tyers. Log in or sign up to leave a comment log in sign up. If you are into knots, practical or decorative, then this is a fantastic book of reference. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. Ashley book of knots free download and eye, long slaves to magazine and book, were again free.
Ashley who whos epic masterpiece the ashley book of knots is basically the bible of. I have never found a sailor who used or even knew one of bowl ings titles, but i know of no current dictionary or. Ashley book of knots free ebook download the woodenboat forum is sponsored by woodenboat publications, publisher of woodenboat magazine. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. Ashley and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. Buy the ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley online at alibris. Product information the ashley book of knots is the definitive reference for information on how to tie knots for any purpose. Published in 1944, this book is still the number one reference to all things knotting. The ashley book of knots or abok as knot aficionados refer to it is a620page compilation of every knot known to man. That said, i believe many academics would agree that the encyclopedia of knots and fancy ropework, cornell, 1939 by john hensel and raul graumount is a more academic work on the. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlinspike seamanship. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w.
Ashley s is an excellent book with beautiful illustrations. Download pdf the ashley book of knots free usakochan. The ashley book of knots is without parallel when it comes to knot tying. The subtitle every practical knot what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and how to tie it pretty much says it all. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover.
The forum is a free service, and much like the free content on public radio, we hope you will support woodenboat by subscribing to this fabulous magazine. Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials. Rather than giving it a name he simply noted the date when he first tied it. His drawings abound in humor and the text is full of. Ashley spent years looking for and trying out existing and new knottying combinations, and not only in the nautical world. Ashley was an antique dealer and artist, who spent eleven years writing his magnum opus, the ashley book of knots, and died three years after its 1944 publication. Ashley book of knots the ashley book of knots every practical knot what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and how to tie it, with over 7,000 drawings representing 3900 knots. I have seen copies of this book on ebay, and it is. Download the ashley book of knots pdf ebook read online 2335.
But in this attractive, wellorganized archive of more than 3,900 different knots presented through 7,000 illustrationsthe art of knot. Pdf ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. But i had given no thought atthat time to writing a book of knots, a fact which i. The ashley book of knots 9780385040259 by clifford w. Ashleys stopper knot this knot may save your life if you.
The book contains drawings and instructions for thousands of different types of knots. The ashley book of knots was compiled and first published before the introduction of synthetic fiber ropes, during a time when natural fiber cordage typically twisted, laid, or braided rope was most commonly used. Strange as it seems to the land lubber, there is a bottomless market for books on knots. He gives an interesting explanation of the revival of interest in knots, on land and sea which is that the radio supplies entertainment while leaving hands free for other. First published in 1944, and reprinted many times since then, the latest reissue of this magnificent book contains, for the first time, fully illustrated details of all minor amendments and corrections that have come to light over the years. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general. Ashley has devoted eleven years to writing this book, and it is based on forty years of looking for, trying out, and thinking up new knots. The commentary on some knots may fail to address their behavior when tied with modern synthetic fiber or kernmantle style ropes. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it.
And clifford ashley is probably the world authority on the subject, so this should be for experts the definitive book. The bonanza version is a cheaply made imitation of the earlier book. Precisely named and classified some new ones for the first time officially, they can be easily found in the big index. Abok the ashley book of knots, clifford ashley doubleday books, 1944 isbn 0385040253 the old testament of knotting efkr the encyclopedia of knots and fancy ropework, raoul graumont and john hensel cornell maritime press, 1943 isb. Published in 1944, the book was written by author clifford ashley, a sailor and artist, and this book contains directions on tying more than 3,000 knots. In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots.
It is generally rather easy to follow if one is looking to tie a particular knot, bend, or splice. The ashley book of knots abok clifford warren ashley is 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 s book of knots in pdf there are two versions that i know of of the book. The ashley book of knots takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book.
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