{"product_id":"advanced-genealogy-research-techniques-9780071816502","title":"Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques","description":"Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.\u003cbr\u003eBreak through brick walls in your genealogical research\u003cp\u003e\"Easy to read, provides clear explanations, examples and is well-illustrated, thus definitely meeting the needs of libraries and individuals seeking a book to guide family historians who are beyond the basics and need help solving problems.\"--FORUM magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn how to use innovative methods to unearth hard-to-find ancestors. \u003ci\u003eAdvanced Genealogy Research Techniques\u003c\/i\u003e shows you, step by step, how to uncover elusive details by taking advantage of specialized tools and software programs and using proven best practices for breaking through the brick walls that have hindered your progress. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll get professional advice on formulating a research strategy, understanding the details you discover, keeping careful track of your data, analyzing the evidence, and developing hypotheses. Real-world case studies demonstrate how you can apply the systematic procedures presented in this practical guide to your own research--and achieve success! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamine the brick wall in detail to find potential weak spots that can be exploited into a breakthrough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse brute force techniques that leave no stone unturned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtain exact copies of original records rather than derivative sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch the family, associates, and neighbors (FANs) of your brick wall ancestor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsult with your family, friends, and colleagues to get a fresh perspective on your research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse crowdsourcing--genealogy societies, online forums, social media, blogs, wikis, and podcasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply technological solutions, including DNA testing and specialized genealogical software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet tips on hiring a professional genealogical researcher with the appropriate credentials and references \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevisit your brick wall problem after honing your research skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview your evidence, develop a research strategy, and keep a meticulous research log\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge G. Morgan\u003c\/b\u003e, an internationally recognized genealogy expert, is president of Aha! Seminars, Inc., and vice president of membership for the Federation of Genealogical Societies. He is the author of several books, including three editions of \u003ci\u003eHow to Do Everything: Genealogy\u003c\/i\u003e. George coproduces The Genealogy Guys Podcast with Drew Smith. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrew Smith, MLS\u003c\/b\u003e, a librarian at the University of South Florida, is the \"Rootsmithing with Technology\" columnist for the Federation of Genealogical Societies' \u003ci\u003eFORUM\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. He is chair of the Family History Information Standards Organisation and president of the Florida Genealogical Society of Tampa. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"McGraw-Hill Companies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50513823465746,"sku":"9780071816502","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_2316213f-41ea-4ed8-ada9-8396314d774e.jpg?v=1730967777","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/advanced-genealogy-research-techniques-9780071816502","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}