His drawings abound in humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes. Now its up to us to keep the knowledge current and that takes more than tying a fourinhand. Ashley, 9780571096596, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. 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. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. Ashley describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it.
It is a handy braid for making handles of dog leashed. The weavers of eternity paracord tutorials 23,085 views. Buy a discounted hardcover of the ashley book of knots online from australias. But in this attractive, wellorganized archive of more than 3,900 different knotspresented through 7,000 illustrationsthe art of knot tying lives on, both as a historical. Ashley s stopper knot, also known as the oystermans stopper, is a knot developed by clifford w.
The book contains drawings and instructions for thousands of different types of knots. The ashley book of knots aboard ship knotting had reached its flood. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover barnes. 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. Find the ashley book of knots by ashley, clifford w at biblio. It was the look inside feature that reminded me of when i first saw this book. 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. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w. If you are into knots, practical or decorative, then this is a fantastic book of reference. The ashley book of knots the white whale at the new.
If the wouldbe reader is told that close to 4000 knots are written up in this book, each with one or more illustrations, and explanations of how to tie them, he will probably think it is a dry encyclopedia. Top 6 knots you need to know australian geographic. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. 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. Ashley book knots, first edition abebooks passion for books. The ashley book of knots has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. The ashley book of knots the boatswains mate store. You can open the book to nearly any page and read a fascinating story about a knot, a vocation, a way of life, how and why people use knots, the different materials used with knots. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it. The ashley book of knots book by clifford w ashley 1. Ashley had a keen sense of history and the book is filled with not only the history of individual knots, but the history of trades and how they utilized knots. The book of knots is an american experimental art rock band including matthias bossi, joel hamilton, carla kihlstedt and tony maimone.
Ashley stopper knot how to tie a ashley stopper knot. Ashley book of knots ashley bk of knots hardcover by a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. The ashley book of knots preserved countless hitches and lashings past their period of invention. Ashley s book of knots in pdf there are two versions that i know of of the book.
The ashley book of knots by clifford warren ashley. The book of knots was formed in 2003 by three core band members joel hamilton, matthias bossi and tony maimone at hamilton and maimones brooklyn based studio g. Ashleys stopper knot, also known as the oystermans stopper, is a knot developed by clifford w. First published in 1944, it spans 620 pages and covers 3,854 knots. The ashley book of knots is one of most favorite books i have had the pleasure to own. 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. The ashley book of knots the white whale at the new bedford. These have been collected and collated by geoffrey. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlinspike seamanship. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Media in category the ashley book of knots the following 7 files are in this category, out of 7 total.
In this video i cover a very handy flat braid, the 8 stranded doubled edge braid. Booktopia has the ashley book of knots by clifford w. I was in the sea scouts and i was amazed by the diversity and number of knots it contained. The book contains more than 3800 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. 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. Expanded edition by des pawson, the ashley book of knots by clifford w.
Ashley is one of the best and most well known knot reference books. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general. The ashley stopper knot is a bulky, secure, stopper knot that deserves to be more widely known. The knotting is a universal language,and ashleys illustrations work independently from the text. Precisely named and classified some new ones for the first time officially, they can be easily found in the big index. The ashley book of knots, authoritative tome of marlinespike seamanship and compendium of the best knots to move farm animals around with, is in the public domain. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. Unfollow ashleys book of knots to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Ashley and a great selection of related books, art and. Apr 09, 2012 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. 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. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. These have been collected and collated by geoffrey budworth with.
First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. If you want a definitive source check ashleys book on knots, the knot enthusiasts bible. It is far less prone to shake loose than the figure 8 knot and is the bulkiest of the simple stoppers. Clifford ashley the ashley book of knots the most comprehensive resource for knots and ropework ever published. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover. On the following pages are a very few of the most basic types of knots and hitches, but theyll do to start you out.
Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials. I like the idea of the book being transmitted all over the world. I didnt remember the name of this book until i bought another knot book and was prompted to view the ashley book of knots. Why this would help in anyway is a mystery since the stuff would still be gone and you still wouldnt know who took it.
In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots. Full text of the ashley book of knots internet archive. Every practical and decorative knot, function and origin. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager.
Ashley book of knots ashley bk of knots hardcover ebay. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. Knots in books and articles around the world are frequently referenced back to ashleys book. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. Ashley book of knotsaa ashley bk of knots hardcover and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The ashley book of knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library.
The bonanza version is a cheaply made imitation of the earlier book and the pages fall out with much use. The book includes 4,000 knots, with all the varieties of shipboard knots as well as knots used by butchers, steeplejacks, electric linesmen. He differentiates between a hitch, which fastens a rope to an object, and a bend, which fastens two ropes together. It describes over 3900 of them in detailed text and some 7000 drawings. Mar 01, 2009 a fairly complex flat knot derived from the carrick bend. 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. Sep 15, 2017 the ashley book of knots preserved countless hitches and lashings past their period of invention. Millions of products all with free shipping australia wide. The ashley book of knots takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. Doubleday isbn 0385040253 this is the definitive book on knots. It makes a wellbalanced trefoilfaced stopper at the end of the rope, giving greater resistance to pulling through an opening than other common stoppers. These have been collected and collated by geoffrey budworth with the help of other members of the international guild of knot tyers.
Ashleys book of knots in pdf i also noticed how perfect the scans. It is covered in the ashley book of knots as number 2996. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. Apr 12, 2016 for learning the basics, the website animated knots by grog is one of the best starting points. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories, categorized by type or function. 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 and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. Far from a dying art, knot tying is an ancient and valuable skill that. But i had given no thought atthat time to writing a book of knots, a fact which i. Pdf the ashley book of knots download ebook for free.
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