This user-friendly, authoritative resource by the cofounder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers includes easy-to-follow guidance and full-color illustrations showing you everything you need to know about the most common and useful knots. Topics include knotting history, knotting terms, and knot uses and their names.

Inside you will find:

Boating knots, knots for home and hobbies, life-support knots
Details on cordage, tools, and accessories
Step-by-step instructions
Glossary and resources for further reading