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The source : a guidebook of American genealogy

2006

Format:	Book
Author:	Szucs, Loretto Dennis, editor.
Title:	The source : a guidebook of American genealogy / edited by Loretto Dennis Szucs and Sandra Hargreaves Luebking.
Edition:	Third edition.
Publisher, Date:	Provo, Utah : Ancestry, [2006] ©2006
Description:	xxiii, 965 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm illustration
Subjects:	United States -- Genealogy -- Archival resources. United States -- Genealogy -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Other Author:	Luebking, Sandra Hargreaves, editor.
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Web Site:	Table of contents
LCCN:	2006005027
ISBN:	1593312776 (hardcover : alk. paper)
Other Number:	64084569
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CHOICE Review

First published in 1984 and revised in 1997, this work, now in its third edition, features some of the same contributors and topics, along with new ones. Following introductory articles on the basics of genealogical research and the use of computers, chapters cover different types of records (e.g., census, church, court, immigration, military, vital) and the fundamentals of research on different ethnic groups (e.g., African American, Hispanic, Jewish American, and Native American). In the revised and updated chapters, even more emphasis has been placed on computers and technology. Many contributors are recognized experts in their respective areas of specialization, including Gary Mokotoff (Jewish) and Tony Burroughs (African American). New to this edition are chapters titled "Colonial English Research" and "Colonial Spanish Borderland Research." Each chapter contains source notes and a list of references. Eight appendixes provide information on associations, societies, the LDS Family History Library, the National Archives, and state archives. The Researcher's Guide to American Genealogy by Val D. Greenwood (2nd ed., CH, Oct'90, 28-0693; 3rd ed., 2000) covers many of the same topics, but not in as much depth as The Source. Summing Up: Essential. All genealogy collection; all levels. J. A. Drobnicki York College, CUNY

Booklist Review

Genealogists and other historical researchers have valued the first two editions (1984, 1997) of this work, often referred to as the genealogist's bible. The new edition continues that tradition, and many libraries will want to acquire it. This time around, technological advances have drastically altered genealogical research. Computers and the Internet make many sources more accessible and more easily searched, and genetic data has entered the scene. Intended as a handbook and a guide to selecting, locating, and using appropriate primary and secondary sources, The Source also functions as an instructional tool for novice genealogists and a refresher course for experienced researchers. More than 30 experts in this field--genealogists, historians, librarians, and archivists--prepared the 20 signed chapters, which are well written, easy to read, and include many helpful hints for getting the most out of whatever information is acquired. For example, the undated photograph on page 9 of a Mexican village can be roughly dated by knowing that the volcano in the background was active for only a few years, 1943-52. There are four new chapters: Computers and Technology, General Reference and Guides, Colonial English Research, and Colonial Spanish Borderland Research. Three chapters were rewritten (Business, Institution and Organization Records, Church Records, and African-American Research ), and all of the others have been updated to reflect new sources and new techniques. Each chapter ends with an extensive bibliography and is further enriched by tables, black-and-white illustrations, and examples of documents. Eight appendixes include the expected contact information for groups and institutions that persons studying genealogy and history need to find, such as family associations, historical societies, and archives. Any library serving patrons interested in local history or genealogy will want to add this new edition to its collection. --Sally Jane Copyright 2006 Booklist

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Genealogists and other historical researchers have valued the first two editions of this work, often referred to as the genealogist's bible."" The new edition continues that tradition. Intended as a handbook and a guide to selecting, locating, and using appropriate primary and secondary resources, The Source also functions as an instructional tool for novice genealogists and a refresher course for experienced researchers. More than 30 experts in this field--genealogists, historians, librarians, and archivists--prepared the 20 signed chapters, which are well written, easy to read, and include many helpful hints for getting the most out of whatever information is acquired. Each chapter ends with an extensive bibliography and is further enriched by tables, black-and-white illustrations, and examples of documents. Eight appendixes include the expected contact information for groups and institutions that persons studying genealogy and history need to find. ""

Table of Contents

	Foreword Curt B. Witcher, MLS, FUGA, FIGS	p. vii
	Preface Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, FUGA	p. ix
	Introduction Raymond S. Wright III, Ph.D., AG, FUGA	p. xiii
	Contributors	p. xv
	The Basics
1	The Foundations of Family History Research Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, FUGA and Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA	p. 1
2	Computers and Technology Juliana Smith	p. 39
3	General References and Guides Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA	p. 71
	The Records
4	Business, Institution, and Organization Records Kay Haviland Freilich, CG, CGL and Ann Carter Fleming, CG, CGL	p. 99
5	Census Records Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and Matthew Wright	p. 157
6	Church Records Elizabeth Crabtree Wells, MA, MLS	p. 221
7	Court Records Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, FUGA and Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and Arlene Eakle, Ph.D.	p. 257
8	Directories Gordon L. Remington, FASG, FUGA	p. 325
9	Immigration Records Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA and Marian L. Smith	p. 355
10	Land Records Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, FUGA	p. 431
11	Military Records Lloyd deWitt Bockstruck, MA, MS and Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, FUGA	p. 499
12	Newspapers Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and James L. Hansen, FASG	p. 561
13	Vital Records Johni Cerny, BS, FUGA	p. 603
	People and Place
14	African American Research Tony Burroughs, FUGA	p. 651
15	Colonial English Research Robert Charles Anderson, MA, FASG	p. 679
16	Colonial Spanish Borderland Research George R. Ryskamp, JD, AG	p. 699
17	Hispanic Research George R. Ryskamp, JD, AG	p. 735
18	Jewish American Research Gary Mokotoff	p. 765
19	Native American Research Curt B. Witcher, MLS, FUGA, FIGS and George J. Nixon	p. 777
20	Urban Research Loretto Dennis Szucs, FUGA and John M. Scroggins, MA	p. 841
	Appendixes
A	Abbreviations and Acronyms	p. 881
B	Family Associations Christine Rose, CG, CGL, FASG	p. 883
C	Genealogical Societies	p. 887
D	Hereditary and Lineage Organizations Lloyd deWitt Bockstruck, MA, MS	p. 897
E	Historical Societies	p. 919
F	The LDS Family History Library Stephen C. Young, MA	p. 925
G	The National Archives and its Regions	p. 929
H	State Archives Linda S. McCleary, MLS	p. 931
	Index	p. 937

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