Its more than just a knot book however, with all sorts of boat based and occupational uses for cordage. First published in 1944, it spans 620 pages and covers 3,854 knots. The ashley book of knots will make a unique and permanent addition to any library. The entries include knot instructions, uses, and some histories, categorized by type or function. The book contains exactly 3854 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. Knots in books and articles around the world are frequently referenced back to ashleys book. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to marlingspike seamanship. Saw this mentioned on hammock forums and wanted to share here. In this short video i ramble a bit on the rumors of the ashley book of knots becoming public domain. No comparable book has been published since and it remains the. 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of more than 3,900 different knotspresented through 7,000 illustrationsthe art of knot tying lives on, both as a historical reference and. Inscribed and dated by author winner, ethel wilson fiction prize bc book prizeslonglisted for the dublin impac literary award a sharp and gritty novel told in multiple voices, anatomy of a girl gang is the powerful story of a gang of teenage girls in vancouver called the black roses, a.
Susan just had to ask her grandfather to take his vest off. With almost 4000 knots, his work covers basically every type of hitch, bend, stopper knot, lashing, binding knot, and running knot that you can imagine, as well as decorative and fancy knots, trick and puzzle knots, sinnets. But i had given no thought atthat time to writing a book of knots, a fact which i. 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. This mighty tome is one hefty volume and one sizeable download even in pdf format. Some knots have more than one ashley number due to having multiple uses or forms. Citations to ashley numbers are usually in the form. 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.
Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book. I first came across the ashley book of knots in the late 60s when i was a teenager. Pdf the ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. And clifford ashley is probably the world authority on the subject, so this should be for experts the definitive book. Today you have synthetic cordage in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and textures. Ashleys description is that the knot has three rim parts, and these are quite symmetrical when viewed from the underside.
The ashley book of knots and abok short and editors can. The bonanza version is a cheaply made imitation of the earlier book and the pages fall out with much use. When macrame became a popular item, i had a definite advantage over most people. The numbers ashley assigned to each knot can be used to unambiguously identify them.
Pdf the ashley book of knots download ebook for free. Featuring every practical knot, what it looks like, who uses it, where it comes from and how to tie it. 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. First published in 1944, it was the culmination of over 11 years of work. Ashleys book of knots in pdf there are two versions that i know of of the book. To this day, ashleys tome re mains the quintessential book of knots.
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. The ashley book of knots short jump to navigation jump to search. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w jump to. Pdf ashley book of knots download full pdf book download. Template allowing relatively easy and consistent cite the ashley book of knots. The ashley book of free ebook download as pdf file. However, abok represents more than simply a reference for finding a knot to tie your lures or anchoring a tent stake it represents one mans life and passion. Knots here may also be referred to by their abok number. 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 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. My bookshelf the ashley book of knots florida hillbilly.
This is probably the most important book on the subject, and has more knots listed than any other book. Then you get to issues of yes, the author has been dead for 80 years, but the guy who wrote the preface to the third edition is still alive, and the illustrator has only been dead for 60. The book contains more than 3800 numbered entries and an estimated 7000 illustrations. The ashley book of knots free ebook download as pdf file. Knot terminology ashley book of knots abok knot book by clifford ashley, widely recognized as the preeminent book on knots. Strange as it seems to the land lubber, there is a bottomless market for books on knots. This book uses drawings to show how to tie the knots. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover.
Describes every practical knot, what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to tie it. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american. Born in 1881 in new bedford, massachusetts, clifford w. May 02, 2017 citations to ashley numbers are usually in the form.
These have been collected and collated by geoffrey budworth with the help of other members of the international guild of knot tyers. Oct 02, 2017 in this short video i ramble a bit on the rumors of the ashley book of knots becoming public domain. More information about this seller contact this seller 16. There are several references in this knot booklet to abok. In the beginning of the book ashley tells about tools used to tie knots ands gives general instructions for tying knots. Ashley book of knots by clifford ashley, hardcover barnes. This book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. Knots in books and articles around the world are frequently referenced back to ashley s. If you have several miles of spare paracord this could be the book for you while away. The ashley book of knots takes us back to a time when knots saved lives and put dinner on the table. Media in category the ashley book of knots the following 7 files are in this category, out of 7 total. Dont know whether this has been posted before on the forum, but the ashley book of knots is now in the public domain. Ashley s book of knots in pdf my understanding is that for written works the expires 75 years after the death of the author.
The holy grail of knot books ashley book of knots, abok, is now in the public domain. Download pdf the ashley book of knots free usakochan pdf. The ashley book of knots project gutenberg selfpublishing. Ashley uses the word knot to include knots, lashings, splices, braidings and other ways to tie ropes, cords, string and other such materials. The ashley book of knots books, knots guide, knots.
It references some 3800 knots with over 7000 handdrawn diagrams. Due to its scope and wide availability the ashley book of knots has become a significant reference work in the field of knotting. Ashley, is the definitive reference work on knots, splices, and ropework in general. Ashley published the ashley book of knots abok, an encyclopedic reference manual describing how to tie thousands of decorative and functional knots from all around the world. 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. Ashley stopper knot how to tie a ashley stopper knot using. The ashley book of knots is an encyclopedia of knots written and illustrated by the american artist clifford w.
Template allowing relatively easy and consistent cite the ashley book of. 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. He gives an interesting explanation of the revival of interest in knots, on land and sea which is that the radio supplies entertainment while leaving hands free for other. Ashley stopper knot how to tie a ashley stopper knot. Whether out at sea or in a pioneer cabin, knots were a part of daily life, one that is nearly lost today. The ashley book of knots pdf 2 torrent download locations idope. Ashley book of knots free download and eye, long slaves to magazine and book, were again free. 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. 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.
His drawings abound in humor and the text is full of colorful anecdotes. Doubleday isbn 0385040253 this is the definitive book on knots. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The revolution has come and gone, with amberlough city striving to rebuild itself from the ashes. Download pdf the ashley book of knots free usakochan. A doctor explains how to make the safest face mask. The ospies have been ousted, and the very face of the nation has been changed in the process. 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. Ashley is the definitive and magnificent work on knots and knottying. More information about this seller contact this seller 5.
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