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A Student's Guide to German American Genealogy
Contributor(s): Robl, Gregory (Author)
ISBN: 0897749839     ISBN-13: 9780897749831
Publisher: Greenwood
OUR PRICE:   $44.55  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: May 1996
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Annotation: "... this is a well-written and rich resource". -- School Library Journal review of A Student's Guide to British American Genealogy

This groundbreaking series is the first to explain the "how-to's" of genealogical research in simple, jargon-free language. The Oryx American Family Tree Series explores how to research family history for 12 different ethnic groups. Each volume begins with an overview of the group's historical and cultural background, then guides readers through each step in tracing their own genealogical heritage, with practical advice on how to
-- locate important family documents and other vital sources of information
-- conduct interviews with family members and record eyewitness accounts of key events
-- use the latest electronic research tools
-- research your background if you are adopted or come from a nontraditional family
-- preserve family history for future generations

Each volume is written in a friendly, narrative style and is extensively illustrated with full-color and black-and-white photographs. Hundreds of valuable resources unique to each ethnic group are also listed and annotated, including genealogical organizations, books, magazines, journals, videos, and special libraries and archives.

The Oryx American Family Tree Series provides an easy-to-follow road map for anyone interested in tracing a family history -- from junior high and high school students to adults who require a basic primer. Every library will want to make this practical, highly readable series available to its patrons.

Each volume is produced as a sturdy 6 x 9 casebound publication, 192 pages, and printed on acid-free paper.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference - General
Dewey: 929.108
LCCN: 95045217
Series: Oryx American Family Tree
Physical Information: 0.73" H x 6.15" W x 9.2" (1.17 lbs) 192 pages
Themes:
- Ethnic Orientation - German
 
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