Genealogy For Dummies

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SKU: 9781119411963
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By Matthew L. Helm and April Leigh Helm

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Genealogy For Dummies by Matthew L. Helm and April Leigh Helm is a practical guide designed to help readers delve into their family history. It provides step-by-step instructions on using both traditional research techniques and online resources to trace family lineages. This user-friendly book covers the basics of genealogy, offering tips on organising research, understanding historical records, and preserving ancestral stories for future generations.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in tracing your family history or want to learn about genealogical research methods. It provides step-by-step guidance for both beginners and experienced genealogists, making it a valuable resource for uncovering and understanding your ancestral past.

Genealogy For Dummies

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The fun way to research your family history

Genealogy For Dummies, 8^th Edition covers everything you need to know about starting a genealogical research project—including where and how to find information, how to communicate with other online genealogists, how to leverage social networking sites and apps, how to add digital images to your family tree, and how to build your own site for sharing information. It also explains the use of compiled genealogies, U.S. Census information, and public access catalogues.

Brand new to this edition is content on how to conduct genealogical research on the road, and on how to integrate this research with the data found at home. It also contains new information on DNA research and testing, new geocoding applications to record geographic data into a genealogical database, and other new technologies. The book covers which apps are worth your money, and how to get the most out of them.

Use the latest tools to research family history
Create your own site to showcase your family tree, digital images, and compiled genealogies
Get access to free versions of Legacy Family Tree and Personal Ancestral Files
Utilise both online and offline research techniques and tools

Follow the clues to uncover your family's legacy—and have fun along the way!

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Genealogy For Dummies by Matthew L. Helm and April Leigh Helm is praised for its accessible and comprehensive guidance, making it a valuable resource for beginners interested in tracing their family history. The authors are commended for their clear explanations and practical tips, which simplify the complex process of genealogy research. Reviewers appreciate the book's updated content and user-friendly approach, which helps demystify genealogical research for novices.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119411963

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 September 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 8th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 416

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April Leigh Helm Computing & Technology Dummies Education & Reference History & Military Matthew L. Helm Non-Fiction

About the Author

Matthew L. Helm and April Leigh Helm manage several leading online genealogical resources, including HistoryKat.com. They're also the founders of Boneyard Creek Heritage, Inc. Books by the Helms include Family Tree Maker For Dummies, Get Your Degree Online, Genealogy Online: Tech to Connect and seven editions of Genealogy Online For Dummies.