<p>Once upon a time, a mastery of the art of rigging was required for anyone working onboard a ship. Although this is no longer the case for sailors on

today's steel-hulled, gas-powered behemoth's, the intricate rope work that once made sailing possible is a fascinating and important part of nautical

history. And for those who enjoy building model ships, learning to create authentic rigging-albeit in miniature-is a matter of practical importance.</p>

<p>Captain George Biddlecombe's <i>The Art of Rigging</i> is widely considered to be the best and most thorough manual ever produced on the

subject of rigging sailing ships. Initially published in 1848, it has been the go-to rigging reference for more than a century. Captain Biddlecombe covers

everything from important terms and phrases to the progressive method of rigging ships, as well as methods for rigging brigs, yachts, and small vessels.

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<p>An important book for serious model-builders, naval historians, and landlocked sailing buffs who dream of the sea, <i>The Art of Rigging</i> is a

one-of-a-kind reference and a joy to read. </p>