The Arts of the Sailor : Knotting, Splicing and Ropework

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Summary: The Arts of the Sailor: Knotting, Splicing and Ropework
Review: Good informative book in the areas of knotting and ropework but lacks information on splicing weaves. Only shows how to splice twists. Halyards on my boat are weaves as are on most sailboats and therefore I'll have to obtain this information elsewhere.

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Summary: A Great Introduction
Review: This book is a great introduction to all the arts and projects of seamen around the world. The author provides history as well as directions for each of the projects he presents.

Topics included in this book are knotting and rope-work (everything from functional to decorative); seamsmanship (for garments as well as heavier items like sails); leather working; and many others.

This book is a must for anyone bound on a sailing journey or for those just interested in the crafts practiced to fill time aboard ship.