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Which genealogy books would you recommend

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Sue

Sue Report 13 Jul 2005 00:34

Hi, I've just bought Anthony Adolph's book (which is one of those advertised on the site) and have been very impressed with the amount of detail in it. It took a while to find its way to NZ bookshelves though! Sue (in NZ)

Louise

Louise Report 12 Jul 2005 22:37

Thank you all for replying. I will definitely try the local library but would like to buy a couple to keep at home which I don't have to worry about library fines on!! I will take note of your suggestions and try to read as many as possible. Louise

An Olde Crone

An Olde Crone Report 12 Jul 2005 18:37

Louisiana Read them all! The more you read, the more you learn. Every book I have read (and I have read quite a few) teaches me something new. I recently borrowed a book from my little local library, a new one, and fell off my chair when I found a photograph of a document concerning a man who is possibly one of my ancestors. You don't have to buy any of them - all available at your library. Good luck Old Crone

AnninGlos

AnninGlos Report 12 Jul 2005 16:43

Ancestral trails is very comprehensive, a bit expensive but good value for money. Ann Glos

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Heather

Heather Report 12 Jul 2005 16:32

I think the best ones are the ones produced by Local Family History Societies or Archives.

Julie

Julie Report 12 Jul 2005 13:45

hi Ive got Ancestral trails which i find exclent. You could also try the library and borrow a few to try out before you buy. Julie

Louise

Louise Report 12 Jul 2005 13:42

I know there are some recommended by GR but I wonder which books those doing their family history have found most helpful. Louise