Rope Making Craft
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3.0 • 1 Rating
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- $4.99
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- $4.99
Publisher Description
Rope Making Craft explores the fascinating world of rope making, an age-old craft with deep roots in human history that continues to evolve today. This book examines the diverse techniques and materials used in creating ropes, from natural fibers like hemp to modern synthetics. It highlights the profound impact of rope on various aspects of civilization, noting its essential role in maritime exploration and the construction of monumental structures. The book uniquely blends historical insights with practical instruction, offering a comprehensive understanding of rope making.
It begins with the basic principles of twisting and braiding, then progresses through detailed, step-by-step instructions for creating different types of ropes. It also explores specialized techniques such as splicing and knotting. The book emphasizes that understanding traditional rope making provides a valuable foundation for appreciating the properties and applications of modern synthetic ropes.
Through clear explanations and practical examples, Rope Making Craft demonstrates that rope making is not a lost art, but an evolving craft reflecting human innovation. This approach makes complex technical information accessible and inspiring, connecting the past to the present while encouraging readers to explore rope making through hands-on experimentation.
Customer Reviews
Talking around a subject without depth.
The writing is clear and charming which makes for easy light reading but the content of the book is disappointing. Rather than guiding the reader in specific techniques and projects the book takes a sky level approach to the subject matter. For instance, the chapter on Rope and Cargo Handling discusses how training is required to properly secure cargo without explaining what the training is or where one can obtain it. Or in the same chapter it will discuss that rope sometimes needs to be used in conjunction with chains or other securing materials which is obvious. Or that certain knots are useful in cargo handling without explaining how they are tied, or when they should be selected.
I would describe chapters being a series of superficial and general information paragraphs that would be excellent introductory or summary text that is repeated in a series that assembles a chapter without ever developing a wholesome body for the reader to enjoy.
After reading this book I have the impression that I interviewed someone for a job and they were trying there best to come across as knowledgeable while avoiding details and depth that would prove to me their mastery of the subject. The person merely talks around the subject.