Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes - by Shannon Combs-Bennett (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Genealogists are like detectives. Working out puzzles is the name of their game! In the award-winning Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes, genealogist Shannon Combs-Bennett explains the joys, challenges, and triumphs of researching family origins. Topics include connecting with relatives, online research, genetic genealogy, and "brick wall" mysteries.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Genealogists are like detectives. Working out puzzles is the name of their game! If you have ever wanted to research and document your family history the right way, then <em>Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes</em> is for you! Authored by professional genealogist Shannon Combs-Bennett, this award-winning genealogy book explains the joys, challenges, and triumphs of researching your family's origins. While many people assume genealogy research starts online, Combs-Bennett shows the importance of starting a family tree using documents that can be found in your own home!</p><p><em>Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes</em> is written in a friendly, easy-to-understand style that avoids complex jargon. There are lots of examples, case studies, and advice that can help would-be family historians quickly get up to speed. In addition to listing best practices for conducting genealogical research, <em>Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes</em> also warns readers about the many pitfalls of family research, from "brick wall" mysteries to time-wasting online searches. Topics include: </p> <ul> <li>Why are people so interested in family history?</li> <li>Evaluating clues, facts, and myths in family stories</li> <li>The importance of linking generations</li> <li>Vital records, from birth certificates to death records</li> <li>Non-vital records, from census forms to wills</li> <li>Religious records</li> <li>Five things that can trip up newbies researching family history</li> <li>Best practices for genealogy road trips</li> <li>Interviewing relatives, and dealing with skeptics</li> <li>Pros and cons of online genealogy research</li> <li>Genealogy communities and continuing education</li> <li>Genetic genealogy basics</li> <li>Understanding the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)</li> <li>Genetic genealogy and adoptees</li> <li>Non-paternal events and other skeletons in the genetic closet</li> <li>Visualizing family history with charts</li> <li>Research logs and genealogy journals</li> <li>How to create good source citations</li> <li>Preserving records and research</li> <li>Genealogy software and GEDCOM files</li> <li>Planning for disasters</li> </ul> <p><em>Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes</em> is not a comprehensive guide. Nevertheless, in a single reading you will be able to understand some important research basics that will serve you well as you embark on a journey to figure out the origins of your family. Creating a strong family tree will not only satisfy your own curiosity, but will also serve as a record to share with relatives and future generations! Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes is a winner of a silver Benjamin Franklin award from the Independent Book Publishers Association.</p> <p>For more information about this title, see the companion website.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"I found several things that were new to me and that is where the excitement began. The author takes you step-by-step through the process of researching your ancestry. I love that the first step is 'you.' I totally agree that you have to get your basics down first or you won't have a foundation on which to build your tree. ... I recommend this book to anyone who is thinking of researching genealogy and those who have been at it for a while." - Night Owl Reviews "This basic genealogy book is a fast, informative read that will get you on your way if you are ready to begin your genealogy journey or are looking for tips to jump start or push past a problem area." - Cheri Hudson Passet, Carolina Girl Genealogy<br>
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