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Break through brick walls in your genealogical research
“Easy to read, provides clear explanations, examples and is well-illustrated, thus definitely meeting the needs of libraries and individuals seeking a book to guide family historians who are beyond the basics and need help solving problems.”–FORUM magazine
Learn how to use innovative methods to unearth hard-to-find ancestors. Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques shows you, step by step, how to uncover elusive details by taking advantage of specialized tools and software programs and using proven best practices for breaking through the brick walls that have hindered your progress.
You’ll get professional advice on formulating a research strategy, understanding the details you discover, keeping careful track of your data, analyzing the evidence, and developing hypotheses. Real-world case studies demonstrate how you can apply the systematic procedures presented in this practical guide to your own research–and achieve success!
Examine the brick wall in detail to find potential weak spots that can be exploited into a breakthroughUse brute force techniques that leave no stone unturnedObtain exact copies of original records rather than derivative sourcesResearch the family, associates, and neighbors (FANs) of your brick wall ancestorConsult with your family, friends, and colleagues to get a fresh perspective on your researchUse crowdsourcing–genealogy societies, online forums, social media, blogs, wikis, and podcastsApply technological solutions, including DNA testing and specialized genealogical softwareGet tips on hiring a professional genealogical researcher with the appropriate credentials and references Revisit your brick wall problem after honing your research skillsReview your evidence, develop a research strategy, and keep a meticulous research log
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Publisher : McGraw Hill; 1st edition (September 10, 2013)
Language : English
Paperback : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 007181650X
ISBN-13 : 978-0071816502
Item Weight : 13.8 ounces
Dimensions : 8.6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book very informative and useful for genealogy researchers. They describe it as clear, concise, and well-written. However, some feel the pacing is not advanced and there are too many analogies without enough real-world examples.
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