Find the ashley book of knots by ashley, clifford w at biblio. The ashley book of knots project gutenberg selfpublishing. Every practical knotwhat it looks like, who uses it, whe. The ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley alibris. The ashleybookofknots the ashley book of knots internet archive. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w. Precisely named and classified some new ones for the first. He differentiates between a hitch, which fastens a rope to. The ashley book of knots july 1944 edition open library.
He tells when they appeared, something about their history, and what. No comparable book has been published since and it remains the. Ashley describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general. The ashley book of knots the new bedford whaling museum. A fairly complex flat knot derived from the carrick bend. Precisely named and classified some new ones for the first time officially, they can be easily found in the big index. Ashley describes when each knot initially appeared, something about their history, and what each knot is best used for. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. First sentence the sailor, from the very nature of his craft, has a dependence upon. He was thrilled said he will get immense use and joy out of it. It shows a sailor displaying a knot of a fools volume. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories, categorized by type or function.
The ashley book of knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library. Sep 17, 2014 in the ashley book of knots, clifford ashley wrote. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. View entire discussion 0 comments more posts from the knots community. Ashley book of knots will be a unique and permanent addition to any library. Some of the knots now used as standard climbing knots, such as the flemish bend, were considered by ashley to be excessively bulky or overly difficult to tie. Many knots are not suitable for the risks involved in climbing. The ashley book of knots by ashley new 9780571096596 fast free shipping. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The ashley book of knots is one of most favorite books i have had the pleasure to own.
Because it will accept pulling in any of the four directions of its ends, it can be used to form the center. He differentiates between a hitch, which fastens a rope to an object, and a bend, which fastens two ropes together. But i had given no thought atthat time to writing a book of knots, a fact which i. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were. 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. It should be considered an important historical archive. Where failure could cause property damage, injury, or death, seek professional instruction prior to use. The ashley book of knots is without parallel when it comes to knot tying.
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Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. It remains one of the most important and comprehensive books on knots. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. Neither is the book very useful as diagrams are only of the completed knots. Buy the ashley book of knots book online at low prices in india. The ashley book of knots abok 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. It is a key reference for knots and other books often refer to the ashley number for particular knots. 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. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. Ashley s book knots while ashley was a respected artist, the cover was written by george giguere. Both inner hinges weak, will require care in handling. The book contains 3,854 numbered entries and approximately 7,000 illustrations. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knot tying.
Every practical knotwhat it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and how to tie it hardcover illustrated, 1 january 1980 by clifford warren ashley author 684 ratings. Another example of this would be the triple fishermans knot which is now recommended for uhmwpe and other super fiber ropes. The simple act of tying a knot is an adventure in unlimited space an excursion that is limited only by the scope of our own. Tome the simple act of tying a knot is an adventure in unlimited space. Sailors have been the greatest experimenters with rope, but since they have no monopoly on the art, the author describes knots used in over ninety other. The ashley book of knots takes us back to an earlier time, a time when ones ability to tie many knots was commonplace. Not necessarily the book for you if you want clear stepbystep illustrations of frequently used knots but if youre knotty and want to understand the range of different knots within their almostextinct fields of use it is a fascinating read. There are tons of practical ones he can use as well. 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. Proulx found a copy of the ashley book of knots in a yard sale for 25 cents. During the voyage he witnessed the hunt and killing of three whales. The ashley book of knots includes almost everything there is to know about knots, each precisely named and classified with some new. Im making a knotted climbing rope for my son, and im looking for suggestions for knots to use, other than.
Read download the ashley book of knots pdf pdf download. Aug 04, 2020 the ashley book of knots this edition published in july 1944 by doubleday books. Find great deals on ebay for ashleys book of knots and ashley book of knots. 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. His drawings are rife with humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes. Sep 19, 2017 ashley synthesized this and more over a grueling 11year period, and when his the ashley book of knots was published in 1944, it quickly became regarded as the pinnacle of books on knots and knotwork, a veritable knottyers bible, if you will, cataloging some 3,900 knots, illustrated with 7,000 drawings and informational graphics. With over 7000 drawings, ashley s book of knots shows you every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from, and most importantly, how to tie it. Buy the ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley online at alibris. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. The definitive book on knotsincluding approximately 3,900 different kinds of knots, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship, this book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager. Ashley gives explicit directions on how to tie each knot. Im not a knot lover, i dont know how to tie knots, but im tempted to buy this for the sheer historical and educational value. Editions of the ashley book of knots by clifford w.
Published in 1944, this book is still the number one reference to all things knotting. The ashley book of knots takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. Ashley describes when each knot initially appeared, something about their history, and what each knot is best used. It describes over 3900 of them in detailed text and some 7000 drawings. Devoting eleven years to writing his masterpiece, he describes. Log in or sign up to leave a comment log in sign up. The ashley book of knots, by clifford w ashley, illustrated, 1944. If you are into knots, practical or decorative, then this is a fantastic book of reference. Clifford ashley, a sailor with an eye for a vanishing art, collected knots all his life and eventually wrote this, the ultimate book of knots. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. Credited to clifford ashley, this knot is very dependable and can be untied even after heavy loading. He worked as a canvasman at a circus, served an apprenticeship in knots aboard a whaling bark, and dedicated over forty years to studying knots.
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