Product Description

The authoritative and comprehensive guide to tracing your Scottish ancestry There's never been a better time to trace your Scottish family history. Vast internet resources and DNA testing, as well as access to censuses, religious records and other archive material make this process easier than ever. Renowned genealogist Anthony Adolph unveils a wide range of tools and information available, specific to discovering your Scottish ancestry - whether you are starting your trail in Scotland or from somewhere else in the world. The text is packed with weblinks to enable you to search the great number of records now available online, as well as providing contact information on other sources, such as archives and libraries. By reading this book you'll also be drawn into the lives your ancestors led, through the examples, compelling stories and fascinating social history which are interwoven within the text. Whether you are at the start of your search for your Scottish ancestry, or are looking for ways to expand on what you have already found, Anthony Adolph's detailed instruction and guidance, balanced with humorous anecdotes makes for an informative, practical and entertaining read.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #26129 in Books
• Published on: 2008-11-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 224 pages

About the Author
Anthony Adolph is a professional genealogist, writer and broadcaster, and has been tracing family histories for twenty years. He was Research Director of the supporting company of the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies and now has his own genealogy practice. He has written numerous articles for the genealogy press and has appeared frequently on Channel 4's Extraordinary Ancestors, Living TV's Antiques Ghostshow and the Discovery Channel's Ancestor Hunters.

Customer Reviews

Anthony Adolph's Tracing Your Scottish Family History
Even if you are not of Scottish ancestry, this is a book worth reading. It delivers interesting insights into the history of Scotland. It also generously guides you, if of Scottish ancestry, through the websites and other sources of information for your own private research. The pictures are first rate.

worthwhile
keen geneologists and family tree makers will find a lot of this old hat but there are enough new and interesting topics with website links. Ragman Rolls info and links and some other more obscure links which are no longer in use or ar broken. Nice looking book and a good pick up and put down read.