Synopsis

Sailing has recently undergone some revolutionary changes: Satellites and autopilots are now used for navigation, and artificial-fiber and wire ropes have nearly replaced natural-fiber ropes. But when it comes to decorative knotting, natural fiber is still the favored choice. The Book of Sailing Knots will guide you step-by-step as you learn to master over fifty of the knots most useful in boating and sailing. With fully illustrated instructions on how to tie stopper knots, bends, loops, and hitches, among others, Peter Owen explains how to correctly use each knot and in which situations the knot is most useful. (5 1/2 X 8 1/4, 144 pages, illustrations)

Booknews

High technology doesn't replace a boater's need to know knots. The uses of each of 50 knots are briefly described, and clear line drawings show how to tie them. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Biography

Peter Owen is an accomplished illustrator and the author of The Book of Decorative Knots and The Book of Outdoor Knots. He lives in England.