Peter Owen – författare

All boaters - whether at sea, on rivers or canals, and whether on dinghies, yachts, canalboats or motor-cruisers - need to know how to tie and use a variety of knots. The Adlard Coles Book of Knots, previously published as The RYA Book of Knots, is now available in a new edition, with clear how-to diagrams for easy reference and colour photographs to enliven the text. It will enable the reader to master over 50 of the most useful knots they will ever need. The knots are divided into groups such as stopper knots, bends, loops and hitches, each of which is used for different purposes. The clear illustrations show how to tie each knot and for which situations it is most useful. There is a handy indication of which knots are easy to tie quickly in emergencies, and which work best with natural or artificial fibre ropes. Finally, there is handy advice on securing rope ends. Good company for those attending their first sailing course. Yachting Monthly The illustrations and the straightforward explanatory text should give the beginner confidence in being able to master tying any number of pratical knots.Nautical Magazine An essential guide to all who wish to be able to understand knots, their uses, and how to tie them.Clearly written and illustrated, this book is a perfect accompaniment to RYA courses and for the beginner and experienced hand alike. Gaffer's Log

In recent years, sailing has undergone some revolutionary changes: Satellites and autopilots are now used for navigation. Artificial-fiber and wire ropes have nearly replaced natural-fiber ropes. But when it comes to decorative knotting, natural fiber is still the favored choice. This book is tops when it comes to learning how to master tying the most common sailing knots. With fully illustrated and step-by-step instructions, the author explains how to correctly tie and use more than fifty knots—including stopper knots, bends, loops, and hitches—and in which situations each one is most useful.

The Book of Outdoor Knots is a meticulously illustrated handbook that describes 70 of the most common knots for the outdoors, showing in clear, step-by-step line drawings each phase of the properly tied knot. Perhaps most important, the book explains precisely which knot to use in each specific situation. Knots of all kinds are covered here: hitches for fastening rope to a fixed object, bends to connect two ropes, loops for a range of purposes, running knots, knots to shorten rope lengths, and others. The Book of Outdoor Knots also covers natural and synthetic ropes as well as rope maintenance, general tying guidelines, breaking strength, and more.

The Book of Decorative Knots illustrates more than 50 beautiful - and functional - knots for a wide variety of purposes. This meticulously illustrated book presents each knot with clear, step-by-step line illustrations that explain each phase of the properly tied knot. Included are lanyard knots for decorative braidwork, bowknots that make loops, 'Turk's head' knots for making decorative handgrips, button knots, sinnets, flat knots, and many, many more.

Whether you are suspended hundreds or thousands of feet in the air on the side of a mountain, sailing the open seas, or pitching a tent in the wilderness, this book will be an essentaial tool for all of your outdoor adventures, and some of your indoor ones as well.THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF KNOTS is a collection of previous knot books by Peter Owen. It contains hundreds of knots, including:- Camping knots- Sailing knots- Fishing Knots- Climbing knots- Decorative knotsWith black and white illustrations, and clear tying instructions, this book will be the perfect companion for outdoorsmen and craftsmen.

The Field & Stream: The Complete Fisherman is an exciting book for beginning and expert fishermen alike. The editors and writers of America's most popular outdoor magazine-with more than seven million readers-bring their experience to this book. The Complete Fisherman covers the topics fishermen want to know about most, including: how to find and catch largemouth bass; fly fishing for trout across America; how to find and fish for fresh- and saltwater game fish; care and repair of your tackle; the best fishing knots for both salt and freshwater; and, how to rig up baits and lures for any fishing situation in both salt and fresh water. The photographs and illustrations that are throughout this book make even the most difficult skills simple to master with clear, concise instruction. Whether you're picking up a fishing rod for the first time, or a seasoned fisherman looking to refresh your skills, you'll find it all in The Complete Fisherman.

Fighting Falcons offers a compelling account of Marine Fighting Squadron 221 (VMF-221), a unit that played a key role in the Pacific during World War II. Formed in 1941, VMF-221 flew in some of the most significant campaigns of the war, from the Battle of Midway and the long fight for the Solomon Islands to carrier operations over Japan in 1945. Author Peter F. Owen examines the operational realities behind the squadron’s missions, analyzing the Marine Corps’ performance in the Pacific air war. He explores how missteps at higher levels of command shaped outcomes in the air, and he sheds light on the complex logistics and maintenance challenges crucial to success.  Based on extensive research, Fighting Falcons provides new insight into how Marine aviation functioned at the squadron level. The book delivers a valuable perspective on one of the Marine Corps’ notable fighter squadrons and the larger story of how the United States fought—and learned—its way to victory in the Pacific.

21 essential knots for everyday use indoors or outdoorsThis compact little reference book includes knots for a wide range of functions, from home to work, hobbyto play activities.No knot-tying jargon is used, no baffling technical terms – just simple step-by-step instructions and outstandingly clear line drawings.Among the knots in this book are:Overhand knot, Heaving line knot, Reef knot, Sheetbend, Fisherman’s knot, Figure-eight loop, Bowline, Three-part crown, Slip knot, Clove hitch, Constrictor knot, Pile hitch, Highwayman’s hitch, Trucker’s hitch, Timber hitch, Transom knot, Blood knot, Square lashing, Tripod lashing – and more!