About the author
Raoul Graumont is credited with two reference works on knot-tying published by Schiffer Craft: Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work and Handbook of Knots. The Encyclopedia, originally published in 1939 and reissued in 2009, covers thousands of knots with instructions for both practical rigging and decorative rope work, and became a standard reference in its field over several decades. The Handbook offers a more compact, practical guide to the same territory, intended to take a reader from basic technique toward the fuller craft of knotting as a hobby. Though catalogued here under occult-philosophy, these are technical craft manuals rather than esoteric texts, aimed at sailors, riggers, scouts, and hobbyists interested in traditional ropework and decorative knotting rather than at readers of magical or spiritual literature. Their long print history reflects their standing as durable, practical references rather than works tied to any particular era or trend.
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💬 What our editors say about Raoul Graumont's books
“Graumont’s compendium is a seminal work that successfully merges historical lineage with precise technical instruction. It stands out for its dual focus on the cultural significance of binding forms and the step-by-step mastery…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work
“Graumont’s Handbook offers a compelling entry point into knot magic, blending technical detail with esoteric theory. However, it is not suited for readers seeking purely academic historical analysis or those uninterested in…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Handbook of Knots
