In 1991, corrections submitted by the International Guild of Knot Tyers were incorporated. [5] [6] The original list of revisions submitted to the publisher is believed to have been lost, but many had been collected from a series of articles in Knotting Matters, the Guild's quarterly publication. [7] [8] Additional errors have been identified since the 1991 corrections. [9] Cultural references [ edit ] I want to learn knots which are useful in general, while traveling, hiking also a bit at sea and perhaps also some surgical knots- but these are less important for now.

Schmidbauer, Joseph, ed. (September 1998), "The Ashley Book of Knots: Corrections and Observations", Knot News, International Guild of Knot Tyers - Pacific Americas Branch (13): 1–3 Knot tying is probably in no danger of disappearing, but certainly fewer people are learning to tie them. This book is an ode to mastery; that it is a mastery of an older form doesn't hurt it at all.

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Reprint with amendment of Geoffrey Budworth: The Ashley Book of Knots. With amendments of Geoffrey Budworth. Doubleday, New York 1993.

The definitive book on knots—including approximately 3,900 different kinds of knots, from simple hitches to “Marlingspike Seamanship,” this book and a piece of cord will open a new and challenging world of practical adventure to readers of all ages. For an example see the footnotes in harness loop and butterfly loop articles. Additionally, this IGKT posting contains many verifiable examples. The illustrations are easy to follow and beautifully done. This is the definitive reference on the subject and well worth adding to ANY library, public, private, or personal. Countdown to Christmas in this gorgeous advent calendar featuring enchanting illustrations inspired by the Harry Potter films.All sailors know the significance of knots in their day-to-day lives. Whether you operate a dinghy boat or a full-blown yacht, you can’t get by without tying things around to maintain your ship. This book aims to be all-inclusive for that demographic in particular. It guides them through the basic knots, useful hitches, canvas work, hand-sewing, and the art of splicing — all of which are key tools for any sailor. This is the go-to reference for knots. It is the book that other books reference. The infamous Square Knot is frequently referred to as ABOK #1402 by other books. Almost any knot of antiquity can be found in this book. Budworth, Geoffrey (Autumn 1991). "Amending Ashley". Knotting Matters. London: International Guild of Knot Tyers (37): 26. ISSN 0959-2881. The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots: 200 Practical Knots for Sailors, Climbers, Campers & Other Adventurers (Kindle Edition) This is a lovely book written by a lovely man who cared enough about the world to share this work, which took him at least eleven years to create.