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CONCERNING GENEALOGIES
PREFACE
I ANCESTRY HUNTING
II THE JOYS OF RESEARCH
III COMPILING
IV THE "CLAN" GENEALOGY
V THE "GRAFTON" GENEALOGY
VI THE PRINTING
VII PUBLISHING
This guide invites anyone curious about their roots to step confidently into the world of ancestry research, even without prior experience. It walks readers through every stage—from locating vital records and interpreting old documents to organizing findings and preparing a polished family history. Emphasising a solid historical method, the book warns against shortcuts that can undermine credibility, offering practical tools like purpose‑built notebooks to keep each line of descent tidy.
Beyond theory, the author shares a proven “Grafton Plan” that maps out how to trace multiple ancestors of a single descendant, a fresh approach that many find more engaging than traditional clan charts. With clear explanations of where to look—libraries, archives, churches, and gravestones—the text feels like a friendly mentor guiding you through the rewarding hunt for the people who shaped your story.
Full title
Concerning Genealogies Being Suggestions of Value for All Interested in Family History Being Suggestions of Value for All Interested in Family History
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (87K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2017-03-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1867–1927
A prolific early-20th-century writer on genealogy and history, this author helped make family research more practical and approachable for everyday readers. He is best known for guides and historical works that reflect a careful, methodical style.
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