The Complete Book of Knitting

The Complete Book of Knitting by Barbara Abbey. Published by Studio Book/Viking Press, New York, NY, 1971. 1st Edition. Hardbound, no DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Gift dedication in ink inside front cover. 239 Pgs. ISBN 0670233994. LCCN 79-168526. This book thoroughly explains all the basic procedures of knitting, from eight different ways of casting-on to the final details of blocking and lining garments. 200 pattern stitches included with detailed written instructions and close-up black and white photographs of pattern stitches. The total how-to manual. Description text copyright 2013 BooksForComfort. Item ID 28618.