Why Knot?: How to Tie More than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots!

Name: Why Knot?: How to Tie More than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots!
Price: 2.99 USD
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Rating: 4.6 (144 reviews)
Author: Philippe Petit

by Philippe Petit

Nonfiction Memoir

4.6 (144)

4.6 stars from 144 reviews

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Last checked: May 9, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You want practical skills that work in real life, whether you're sailing, camping, or just tired of your rope slipping loose.
You're fascinated by how everyday things actually work and the people who've mastered obscure crafts.
You enjoy learning from someone who's genuinely done something extraordinary and has the expertise to back it up.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for a coffee table book with glossy photos rather than clear, hands-on instruction.
You have no interest in practical skills and prefer purely theoretical knowledge.
You find detailed step-by-step visual instructions tedious or overwhelming.

About this book

Philippe Petit is known for his 1974 high-wire walk between the World Trade Center's twin towers in New York City. Beyond his balance and showmanship, that feat depended on one critical element: knots he could trust completely. While most people think of knots only in the context of tying shoelaces, they play crucial roles in sailing, sports, industrial safety, art, agriculture, and many other fields. This book presents a guide to tying over sixty knots, with practical sketches and clear instructions. It includes photographs from Petit's high-wire walks, knot trivia, personal anecdotes, tips, magic tricks, and tying challenges. The content is designed to educate and entertain readers of all ages.

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Currently 4.6★ from 144 reviews

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