The ashley book of knots is without parallel when it comes to knot tying. Essentially, the knot is a common overhand noose, but with the end of the rope passing through the noose eye. To me the simple act of tying a knot is an adventure in unlimited space. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover. Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book. Ashley s bend is a knot used to securely join the ends of two ropes together. 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. 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.
A student of howard pyles, he is represented in the permanent collections of. It is quick and easy to tie, and is considered so essential it is the first knot given in the ashley 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. He included a whole chapter on rope tricks and puzzles. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w.
Pdf ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. The commentary on some knots may fail to address their behavior when tied with modern synthetic fiber or. This includes many of the knots ashley used as models for the almost 7,000 illustrations in his encyclopedic magnum opus, the ashley book of knots. Pdf the ashley book of knots download ebook for free. Hopkins in messing about in boats magazine, june 2009. Buy the ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley online at alibris. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were. Published in 1944, this book is still the number one reference to all things knotting.
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 describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it. Ashley book of knots, hardcover by ashley, clifford w. Ashleys description is that the knot has three rim parts, and these are quite symmetrical when viewed from the underside. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. I have never found a sailor who used or even knew one of bowl ings titles, but i know of no current dictionary or. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories. The ashley book of knots the white whale at the new bedford. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. Ashleys stopper knot, also known as the oystermans stopper, is a knot developed by clifford w.
The numbers ashley assigned to each knot can be used to unambiguously identify them. 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. He differentiates between a hitch, which fastens a rope to an object, and a bend, which fastens two ropes together. The ashley book of knots takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. If you are into knots, practical or decorative, then this is a fantastic book of reference. 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. The sheet bend also known as becket bend, weavers knot and weavers hitch is a bend.
The ashley book of knots project gutenberg selfpublishing. A bit of string affords a dimensional latitude that is unique among the. I teach the proper used of a reef knot to my scouts and show them how easily it can be spilled. 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.
These related bends differ by the way the two constituent overhand knots. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. 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. The ashley book of knots this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Ashley stopper knot how to tie a ashley stopper knot. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. His drawings abound in humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes.
The ashley book of knots columbia river maritime museum. Product information the ashley book of knots is the definitive reference for information on how to tie knots for any purpose. The ashley book of knots captures the passion that clifford ashley had for the subject and contains flashes of his humor as well, all without sacrificing his instructional style. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general.
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 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. Due to its scope and wide availability, the ashley book of knots has become a significant reference work in the field of knotting. Ashley s stopper knot, also known as the oystermans stopper, is a knot developed by clifford w. 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 ashley book of knots, like new used, free shipping in the us. A loop to loop connection is often used to join a perfection loop in the fly line with another in the leader. Unfollow ashleys book of knots to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Knot tying is probably in no danger of disappearing, but certainly fewer. The book includes 4,000 knots, with all the varieties of shipboard knots as well as knots used by butchers, steeplejacks, electric linesmen. Also known as the anglers loop as referred to in the ashley book of knots, it is one of the easiest fly fishing knots to create a small loop at the end of a tippet or leader that is completely in line the standing part. He went from purely decorative knots with no practical value to knots applied to industrial use. It describes over 3900 of them in detailed text and some 7000 drawings. 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. I back that up by teaching them a carrick bend for tying ropes together of equal size. To ask other readers questions about the ashley book of knots, please sign up. In 2016, ashleys daughters, phoebe chardon and jane ashley, donated their fathers collection of knots to the nbwm. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots. Save ashleys book of knots to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed.
The ashley book of knots is rather large, coming in at a total of 640 pages, so its best used. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. 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 an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american. More information about this seller contact this seller 5.
Ashleys books of knots specifically calls out the square knot as having caused more deaths from joining two ropes together than any other two bends combined. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. 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. Perfection loop learn how to tie different types of knots. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories, categorized by type or function. It remains one of the most important and comprehensive books on knots. It is practical for joining lines of different diameter or rigidity. The ashley book of knots is rather large, coming in at a total of 640 pages, so its best used as a home reference. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it.
First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. The book contains more than 3800 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. The ashley book of knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library. This helps to identify knots despite local colloquialisms or. Ashley stopper knot how to tie a ashley stopper knot using. Doubleday isbn 0385040253 this is the definitive book on knots. This includes many of the knots ashley used as models for the almost 7,000 illustrations in his encyclopedic magnum opus, the ashley book of knots, in continuous print since 1944. 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. It is similar to several related bend knots which consist of two interlocking overhand knots, and in particular the alpine butterfly bend. 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. The commentary on some knots may fail to address their behavior when tied with modern synthetic fiber or kernmantle style ropes.
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