Page 146 - Gibson W.B. "The complete guide to knots"

JO or over thirty years this has been the authoritative text on knots,
with over 100,000 copies sold.
Learn how to tie - and untie knots - for any purpose. The knots
are easy-to learn, with a clearly written step-by-step text aided by
instructive illustrations.
Who needs to know knots? Survivalists, campers, hikers and moun-
tain climbers, outdoor and nature lovers, hunters, law enforcement,
coast guard, boy and girl scouts, cowboys and cattle herders, boaters
and fishermen, military personnel, rescue workers and hobbyists.
LEARN HOW TO:
Tie knots from rope of varying length, texture or thickness'
Tie knots when safety or life depends on it
Assess the type of knot needed for the task at hand
Make a firm and efficient knot - quickly

Listed are the names of scores of knots, complete with explanations
of use and applications. Here is a complete hands-on guide to tying,
from the simplest knot to the fanciest rope work.
Hobbyists can entertain themselves for hours or amuse others.
Knot-nuts can apply their craft for hobby and sport - or for impor-
tant real-life situations. Easy-to-learn knots help make life on the
mountain, on the seas of in the forest a little easier.
After reading Gibson's classic guide you will be able to tie dozens
of knots such as these:
Impossible Knot Houdini's Mystery Knot
English Knot Crossing Hitch Knot
Granny Knot Figure Eight Eye Knot
Knotless Knot Triple Overhand Knot

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Walter B. Gibson was a prolific writer.
His specialties included hobbies, magic and games. He created
radio's most famous thriller: THE SHADOW, writing scripts for
over 2500 episodes and penning 283 novels based on the character.

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