The informative book includes:

A brief, entertaining history of string figures

Basic information about how to get started, including how to make your own loop of string, how to use the instructions, and some common starting positions and moves

A progression of popular string figures, from easiest to more difficult, including Cup and Saucer, the Eiffel Tower, a Fishing Spear, Jacob's Ladder, Lightning, the full Cat's Cradle series, and several simple but impressive tricks & catches

Step-by-step illustrations