There is obviously nothing in the book about the synthetic ropes that have come out since it was written, or the knots that were developed to deal with the slipperiness of those ropes.

The glimpse into the history that goes along with some of the knots adds even more value to the book. On a gray day when I'm in no mood for much I can open ABoK to an arbitrary page and feel myself decompress as I browse. The edition with the the cover illustration of the sailor on the pier is hilarious if you know what knot he's tying: a handcuff knot. Faber Members get access to live and online author events and receive regular e-newsletters with book previews, promotional offers, articles and quizzes.Was muss noch über Knoten gesagt werden Fast 650 Seiten unglaubliches Wissen, präsentiert in einer wahrhaft einzigartigen Weise. 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. It adds interest that it identifies dangerous variations of well known knots with a skull and crossbones!

He was an author and painter of consummate skill, well regarded for his paintings of ships and the sea and for his illustrations. This is probably the most important book on the subject, and has more knots listed than any other book. I've referred to this beautifully illustrated book many times when looking for just theright way to rig something up in the yard, fastening cargo to the roof of the car, tying my kids to the flagpole.

If you are really into knots like I am and want to view one of the best source books on knots then I highly recommend this book.