Nearly threequarters of a century later, ashleys book. 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. 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. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general.
Published in 1944, this book is still the number one reference to all things knotting. Doubleday isbn 0385040253 this is the definitive book on knots. Editions of the ashley book of knots by clifford w. It was the look inside feature that reminded me of when i first saw this book. Reprinted many times but the this 1st edition is still the holy grail. 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 this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. But in this attractive, wellorganized archive of more than 3,900 different knotspresented through 7,000 illustrationsthe. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of.
Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life. Ashley book of knots by ashley, clifford w and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knot s first published in 1944 by clifford ashley. Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book. The first drivein movie theatre is opened in new jersey. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w. Can you guess which first edition cover the image above comes from. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials.
The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. Pdf the ashley book of knots download ebook for free. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager. The culmination of over 11 years of work, it contains some 7000 illustrations and more than 3854 entries covering over 2000 different knots. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, july 1944, doubleday books edition, hardcover in english. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it. Best of all, they are entirely free to find, use and download, so there is no cost or stress at all. 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 without parallel when it comes to knot tying.
Clifford ashley developed this bend and believed it. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple. Find the ashley book of knots by ashley, clifford w at biblio. In that same year, in a farmhouse in westport, massachusetts, a man called clifford warren ashley, 53, starts writing a. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. The ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley alibris. This is probably the most important book on the subject, and has more knots listed than any other book. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. Ubersetzung gerhard meyeruhl, edition maritim, hamburg 1982, isbn 9783 922117377. Buy the ashley book of knots by clifford w ashley online at alibris.
Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. The ashley book of knots july 1944 edition open library. The book contains more than 3800 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. More information about this seller contact this seller 5. 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 and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It is divided into five parts, which deal respectively with knots in prehistory and antiquity, noneuropean traditions, working knots, the developing science of knots, and decorative and other aspects of knots.
It references some 3800 knots with over 7000 handdrawn diagrams. This book brings together twenty essays on various topics in the history and science of knots. Pdf ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Precisely named and classified some new ones for the first. Download pdf the ashley book of knots free usakochan. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages.
Product information the ashley book of knots is the definitive reference for information on how to tie knots for any purpose. Get the best deals on ashley book of knots when you shop the largest online selection at. 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. 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 takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. 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. With 7,000 drawings representing over 3,800 knots by clifford w. Anchor bend, ashley stop knot, bowline, cleat a dockline, clove hitch, coiling a dockline, doughnut, eye splice, figure eight, figure eight bend, figure eight loop, fishermans knot, gasket coil, half hitch, halyard knot, heaving line knot1, heaving line knot2.