Rope: How a Bundle of Twisted Fibers Became the Backbone of Civilization by Tim QueeneyPremium Off White Cream Pages Stitched Binding Matte Cover Local Premium Copy Language English Dimensions 5. 5 x 8. 26 inches Pages Amount 286 Summary Rope: How a Bundle of Twisted Fibers Became the Backbone of Civilization by Tim Queeney is a non fiction book that explores the history, technology, and impact of rope on human civilization, from prehistoric times to the potential future use of materials like graphene for a space elevator.