Genealogical Research In England And Wales: Volume 3: Old English Handwriting, Latin, Research Standards And Procedures
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Book: Fair
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Pages: Good
For anyone determined to trace their ancestral roots through the rich and complex records of England and Wales, Genealogical Research in England and Wales: Volume 3 is an indispensable scholarly companion. This third volume in the acclaimed series tackles the formidable practical challenges that confront every serious family historian: the decipherment of Old English handwriting, the translation of Latin documents, and the rigorous application of research standards and procedures that separate credible genealogy from guesswork. David E. Gardner and Frank Smith write with the authority of seasoned practitioners, presenting a methodical and thorough guide that instructs researchers on navigating centuries-old ecclesiastical, legal, and civil records with confidence and precision. The volume argues powerfully for a disciplined, evidence-based approach to genealogical inquiry, illustrating through practical examples how proper methodology transforms fragmentary historical documents into coherent family narratives. Whether you are a novice confronting your first parish register or an experienced researcher wrestling with a difficult medieval Latin deed, this volume holds the key to unlocking records that have long resisted scrutiny.
Author: David E. Gardner & Frank Smith
Format: Hardback
Published: 1966, Bookcraft, Salt Lake City, Utah
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
For anyone determined to trace their ancestral roots through the rich and complex records of England and Wales, Genealogical Research in England and Wales: Volume 3 is an indispensable scholarly companion. This third volume in the acclaimed series tackles the formidable practical challenges that confront every serious family historian: the decipherment of Old English handwriting, the translation of Latin documents, and the rigorous application of research standards and procedures that separate credible genealogy from guesswork. David E. Gardner and Frank Smith write with the authority of seasoned practitioners, presenting a methodical and thorough guide that instructs researchers on navigating centuries-old ecclesiastical, legal, and civil records with confidence and precision. The volume argues powerfully for a disciplined, evidence-based approach to genealogical inquiry, illustrating through practical examples how proper methodology transforms fragmentary historical documents into coherent family narratives. Whether you are a novice confronting your first parish register or an experienced researcher wrestling with a difficult medieval Latin deed, this volume holds the key to unlocking records that have long resisted scrutiny.