Introduction to the Joys of Family History: All You Need to Start Your Family Search

by Simon Fowler

This is a colorful and concise guide to the world of family history research, from using objects found around the house to exploring public archives to searching the Internet. Some may be surprised at how much they can learn about their families, beginning with relics, letters, and photographs. The process of family research is illustrated with color photographs, charts, and diagrams, and contains addresses, websites, societies, and guides for further reading.

80 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2002

Reviews

[Ruth · Rating 3 out of 5]

c2002. Written before many of the archives were made accessible via the internet and of course the charges are dated. It provides some good hints and places perhaps not instantly thought of whilst in the middle of a hunt. For a quick read, not bad at all with some useful bits of information.