Sailor’s Knots

Sailor’s Knots

Sailor's Knots

W.W. Jacobs / W.WJacobs

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2004
Materia
Cuentos
ISBN:
9781419145810
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Sailor’s Knots is a comprehensive guide to the art of knot tying, written by W.W. Jacobs. This book is a must-have for any sailor or boating enthusiast, as it covers a wide range of knots and their uses, including those for securing lines, tying up boats, and even decorative knots. The book is easy to follow, with clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions for each knot. It also includes tips and tricks for knot tying, as well as information on the history and origins of various knots. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or just starting out, Sailor’s Knots is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to master the art of knot tying.Mr. Hatchard’s conversation for nearly a week had been confined to fault- finding and grunts, a system of treatment designed to wean Mrs. Hatchard from her besetting sin of extravagance. On other occasions the treatment had, for short periods, proved successful, but it was quite evident that his wife’s constitution was becoming inured to this physic and required a change of treatment. The evidence stared at him from the mantelpiece in the shape of a pair of huge pink vases, which had certainly not been there when he left in the morning.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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