Genealogy

Matthew Helm

Book - 2017

"Tracing your ancestry can be a deeply rewarding and enjoyable endeavor. With the help of this hands-on guide, you'll find out how to start your genealogical research using the latest tools and techniques, including DNA testing. You'll learn how to leverage social media networking sites, add digital images to your family tree, and access public records and U.S. Census information. This book is packed with everything you need to uncover the clues to your family's rich legacy."--Back cover.

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Subjects
Genres
Handbooks and manuals
Published
Hoboken, NJ : For Dummies, A Wiley Brand [2017]
Language
English
Main Author
Matthew Helm (author, -)
Other Authors
April Leigh Helm (author)
Edition
8th edition
Item Description
Previous editions titled: Genealogy online for dummies.
Includes index.
Physical Description
xii, 394 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
ISBN
9781119411963
  • Getting started with genealogy. Beginning your ancestral journey ; Hunting for your ancestral treasures ; Searching primary resource sites ; Using all of your censuses
  • Bringing your ancestor to life. Digging deeper into your ancestors' lives ; Mapping the past ; Searching for that elusive ancestor ; Going beyond borders: international and ethnic records ; Specializing in your family history
  • Putting your family history to the test. Fitting into your genes: genetic genealogy ; Direct-line genetic tests ; Autosomal DNA (atDNA) testing
  • Casting your nets in the genealogy sea. Finding your research path ; Share and share alike ; Help wanted!
  • The part of tens. Ten sites worth a visit ; Ten mobile applications for genealogy research.