Research Your Surname and Your Family Tree by Dr Graeme Davis

$45.00 NZD

Category: Genealogy

Find out what your surname means and trace your ancestors who share it too. Perhaps your surname is that of a Norman who came to Britain after the Battle of Hastings; or a Celtic clan name. Maybe it is an old English trade. It may be distinctive of a particular location. And just possibly you might be r elated to everyone who bears the name. Find out! Your surname is part of you - so use this book to discover what it really means. This comprehensive book will show you how to research your surname and your family tree, both in earliest and in more recent years. It provides practical activities to investigate the meaning of any British surname. You will discover: - The meaning of your surname - How old it is - Where it comes from - What associations it has today - How to use your surname to trace ancestors You may also be able to take part in a One Name Study or use DNA profiling to make contact with other people who bear your surname and with whom you share distant ancestors ...Show more

Remembering: Writing Oral History by GREEN ANNA

$44.95 NZD

Category: Genealogy

With the ever-growing enthusiasm for genealogy and social history, Remembering, on the practice and use of oral history, and incorporating a variety of examples of presenting oral histories in print, will have eager readers. As well as the chapters on a wide range of particular cases, it explores some o f the general issues that arise for those embarking on oral histories, such as confidentiality, transcribing from oral to written form, and the particular situation of Maori oral history. The 11 different authors have all had considerable experience in the field and draw on a range of backgrounds. Addressed to the interested general reader, this fascinating book shows that oral history can illuminate any area of social life and is within the reach of anyone who is alert and curious about how things used to be.. ...Show more

Discover Your Roots by Paul Blake

$39.99 NZD

Category: Genealogy

Finding out about your ancestors and family history is now easier than ever. You can search on the internet, or employ a professional genealogist in to do all the digging for you But doing it yourself is often the most rewarding and fascinating method, but it can still be a confusing and complicated bus iness. Where is the best place to start? Which records are the most reliable? And where can you expect to find in formation about the history of your community or your home? Discovering more about family, ancestry or the area you grew up in can give a huge insight into how and why you are the person you are. In Discover your roots, Paul Blake and Maggie Loughran take readers through 52 brilliant ideas that will get them started on their road to discovery, with inspired techniques, clever tricks and insider secrets. ...Show more

Encyclopedia of Surnames by John Ayto

$49.99 NZD

Category: Genealogy

The Encyclopedia of Surnames is not just another dictionary! With entertaining coverage of more than 7,000 surnames listed alphabetically, it provides a complete and accessible companion to tracing the history of names. Written by John Ayto, a respected lexicographer and author of titles such as "W ord Origins", The Encyclopedia of Surnames is the ideal gift or research tool for historians, journalists, genealogists, researchers and anyone interested in tracing their family history. Broad coverage includes supplementary features on famous surnames, surnames of fictional characters, pseudonyms and names from abroad which are popular in the UK, including Celtic names. ...Show more

The Genealogist's Internet by Peter Christian

$55.00 NZD

Category: Genealogy

There is a wealth of data on the Web for those researching a family tree. However, the sheer volume of information and diversity of websites can make starting your search confusing and time-consuming. Help is at hand with this clear and authoritative guide from the National Archives.

The Family Detective by Nick Barratt

$49.99 NZD

Category: Genealogy

The market for family history has never been stronger. The phenomenally successful television series "Who Do You Think You Are?" made many people consider the subject for the first time. Nick Barratt, the man behind the interactive strand of the series, now brings his expertise to this practical, live ly and well-researched book, which will open the door to the fascinating world of genealogy. Accessible and clearly presented, and underpinned by a wealth of knowledge and experience, this book gives you everything you need to know to get cracking. From how to get started (talking to relatives, gathering clues, assembling a family tree), through to accessing and understanding and understanding the main sources (certificates, censes, probate and family registers), to how to flesh out your family tree, including tracing immigrant and emigrant relatives, tracking down military ancestors and how to cope if you uncover family secrets. Throughout the book, there are case histories and real-life examples to help and inspire every reader. ...Show more

How to Do Everything: Genealogy by George G. Morgan

$42.00 NZD

Category: Genealogy

Written by a renowned genealogy expert, this fully updated bestseller shows you how to use both traditional and online genealogy research methods. Thoroughly revised for the latest tools and techniques, How to Do Everything: Genealogy, Fourth Edition uniquely addresses all the different genealogical rec ord types, explaining traditional and digital research strategies. It defines the basic rules of genealogical evidence, explains how to evaluate source materials, and describes proven research methods. This practical guide shows you how to research your family history using the most current websites, social networking sites, record archives, newly released and forthcoming census data, digital records, new frontiers in DNA research, and more. The latest technological tools such as hardware and software are also covered. Featuring global resources from the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia in a single volume, this book reveals how to: Organize and create your family tree Research census documents, military service records, and land and property rolls Locate difficult-to-find records Use the most efficient internet search techniques Plan a successful genealogy research trip Evaluate sources for authenticity Research and verify ancestors using genetic genealogy (DNA) Get past brick walls and dead ends in your research Use social networking sites and collaboration techniques ...Show more

Tartans: The Complete Book by Ian Zazcek

$35.00 NZD

Category: Genealogy

Surnames, DNA, and Family History by George Redmonds

$35.00 NZD

Category: Genealogy

This book combines linguistic and historical approaches with the latest techniques of DNA analysis and shows the insights these offer for every kind of genealogical research. It focuses on British names, tracing their origins to different parts of the British Isles and Europe and revealing how names oft en remain concentrated in the districts where they first became established centuries ago. In the process the book casts fresh light on the ancient peopling of the British Isles. The authors consider why some names die out while others spread across the globe. They use recent advances in DNA testing to investigate whether particular surnames have single, dual, or multiple origins, and to find out if the various forms of a single name have a common origin. They show how information from DNA can be combined with historical evidence and techniques to distinguish between individuals with the same name and different names with similar spellings, and to identifty the name of the same individual or family spelt in various ways in different times and places. The final chapter of this paperback edition, looking at the use of genetics in historical research, has been updated to include new work on the DNA of Richard III. ...Show more

The Genealogy Handbook: The Complete Guide to Tracing Your Family Tree by Ellen Galford

$69.95 NZD

Category: Genealogy

You do not need to be a descendant of distinguished forebears to create a venerable family tree. Anyone equipped with enthusiasm and patience can track their ancestry and make connections with long-lost living relatives. No matter what your cultural background, or how little you know about your family, The Genealogy Handbook will help you enjoy this exciting adventure. ...Show more

Tracing Your Family Tree by Kathy Chater

$49.95 NZD

Category: Genealogy

This invaluable reference work will answer all of your questions regarding finding out information on your lineage.

Family Names and Family History by David Hey

$59.99 NZD

Category: Genealogy

Family names are an essential part of everyone's personal history. The story of their evolution is integral to family history and fascinationg in its own right. Formed from first names, place names, nicknames and occupations, names allow us to trace the movements of our ancestors from the middle ages to to the present day. David Hey shows how, when and where families firs got their names, and proves that most families stayed close to their places of origin. Settlement patterns and family groupings can be traced back towards their origins by using national and local records. Family Names and Family History tells everyone interested in tracing their own name how to set about doing so. First published 2000. ...Show more