Download pdf the ashley book of knots free usakochan. The ashley book of knots free ebook download as pdf file. As this book was first published in 1944, there are some more recently discovered knots missing from this huge volume, such as the versatackle knot and the zeppelin bend. 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. The book includes 4000 knots, with all the varieties of shipboard knots as. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship.
The timeless allure of the art of knots the new york times. See more ideas about cowgirl party, cowgirl birthday and rodeo party. Nashley mattocks, personal trainer in houston, tx fyt. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover. But in this attractive, wellorganized archive of more than 3,900 different knots presented through 7,000 illustrationsthe art of knot tying lives on, both as a historical. Designs by nashley for sale on spoonflower custom fabric and wallpaper. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. The book contains more than 3800 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. The sailor, from the very nature of his craft, has a dependence u on rope and a consequent familiarity with knots that is demanded o no other workman. But i had given no thought atthat time to writing a book of knots, a fact which i. Download the ashley book of knots pdf ebook read online. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page.
But in this attractive, wellorganized archive of more than 3,900 different knots presented through 7,000 illustrationsthe art of knot tying lives on, both as a historical reference and. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. First published in 1944, and reprinted many times since then, the latest reissue of this magnificent book contains, for the first time, fully. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager. Ashleys knotenbuch gibt es jetzt frei verfugbar zum herunterladen. 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. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlinspike seamanship. She is very careful with my health, yet strives to improve my fitness level. Ashleys is an excellent book with beautiful illustrations.
Clifford ashley took notes on knots for over 40 years of his life, and then labored for over 11 years to produce the most comprehensive reference of knots and ropework ever written. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. Jan 29, 2014 this little girl doesnt wear glass slippers she wears cowboy boots. Hopkins in messing about in boats magazine, june 2009. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. His drawings abound in humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. 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. In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots. Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials. No comparable book has been published since and it remains the. Ashley spent years looking for and trying out existing and new knottying combinations, and not only in the nautical world. The ashley book of knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library. How to tie 200 practical knots budworth, geoffrey, dalton, jason on.
It references some 3800 knots with over 7000 handdrawn diagrams. The ashley book of knots this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. The ashley book of knots is regarded as the bible of knottyers. Pdf ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Ashley book of knots, hardcover by ashley, clifford w. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it. 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. Ashleys book of knots als gratis download klabauterkiste.
Nashley also goes the extra mile checking on me to ensure everything is recovering as it should and working to get me excited to work out. Every practical knotwhat it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and how to tie it. This is probably the most important book on the subject, and has more knots listed than any other book. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories, categorized by type or function. Describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it. The ashley book of free ebook download as pdf file. If you are into knots, practical or decorative, then this is a fantastic book of reference. Goodreads members who liked the ashley book of knots also liked. 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. It is generally rather easy to follow if one is looking to tie a particular knot, bend, or splice.
Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. Knots in books and articles around the world are frequently referenced back to ashley s book. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories. Find books like the ashley book of knots from the worlds largest community of readers. 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 ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying.
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