CONTENTS.

CHAPTER PAGE
I. —Introduction: Rope Formation 9
II. —Simple and Useful Knots 15
III. —Eye Knots, Hitches, and Bends 24
IV. —Ring Knots and Rope Shortenings 43
V. —Ties and Lashings 59
VI. —Fancy Knots 66
VII. —Rope Splicing 89
VIII. —Working Cordage 96
IX. —Hammock Making 125
X. —Lashings and Ties for Scaffolding 130
XI. —Splicing and Socketing Wire Ropes 133
    Index 156