[Knots in Use] [By: Jarman, Colin] [December, 2013]

by Colin Jarman

Knots in Use is a bestseller amongst knotting books. A handy pocket size, it covers all the most useful and practical knots, bends, hitches, whippings and splices used everyday by anyone going to sea. Uniquely it shows at a glance both how to tie the knot, bend or hitch, and how to use it most effectively. As an added feature this new edition now includes QR codes that link to explanatory videos - a real boon for novices and experts alike. Colin Jarman's straightforward text and excellent colour photographs coupled with online video demonstrations make this a very user-friendly book - ideal for skippers, crew and the many evening class students who have relied on it over the years.

Knots in Use is the must-have guide for anyone going to sea.

'A bestseller among knotting books' Kelvin Hughes

Paperback

First published January 1, 1984

About the author

Multi-published (30+ titles) author / editor in the UK & USA on subjects ranging from James Bond to Judge Dredd, from Roy of the Rovers to the Ryder Cup, from Doctor Who to Fred Astaire, from poker to dancing, from biography to humour.

Owns and runs Blue Eyed Books in the Uk
http://www.blue-eyed-books.co.uk/"

Reviews

[Greg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad first book on knots to get started with. Pictures and diagrams were clear and easy to follow.