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Break through brick walls in your genealogical research "Easy to read, provides clear explanations, examples and is well-illustrated, thus definitely meeting the needs of libraries and individuals seeking a book to guide family historians who are beyond the basics and need help solving problems."--FORUM magazine Learn how to use innovative methods to unearth hard-to-find ancestors. Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques shows you, step by step, how to uncover elusive details by taking advantage of specialized tools and software programs and using proven best practices for breaking through the brick walls that have hindered your progress. You'll get professional advice on formulating a research strategy, understanding the details you discover, keeping careful track of your data, analyzing the evidence, and developing hypotheses. Real-world case studies demonstrate how you can apply the systematic procedures presented in this practical guide to your own research--and achieve success! Examine the brick wall in detail to find potential weak spots that can be exploited into a breakthrough Use brute force techniques that leave no stone unturned Obtain exact copies of original records rather than derivative sources Research the family, associates, and neighbors (FANs) of your brick wall ancestor Consult with your family, friends, and colleagues to get a fresh perspective on your research Use crowdsourcing--genealogy societies, online forums, social media, blogs, wikis, and podcasts Apply technological solutions, including DNA testing and specialized genealogical software Get tips on hiring a professional genealogical researcher with the appropriate credentials and references Revisit your brick wall problem after honing your research skills Review your evidence, develop a research strategy, and keep a meticulous research log
About the Author
George G. Morgan began his genealogical odyssey at the age of 9 when his 88-year-old paternal grandmother said, "You are the last of the grandchildren, and you are going to learn about our Revolutionary War ancestors." They spent several days consulting Bibles and original documents in her possession and drawing a family tree. The local public librarian in his hometown of Madison, North Carolina, was a member of the DAR, and she mentored some of his research. Those experiences changed how he thought about history, geography, and social studies by encouraging him to consider the influences on his forebears and their roles in the events of their times.
He is president of Aha! Seminars, Inc., and an internationally recognized genealogy expert who presents in the U.S., Canada, England, on cruise ships, and webinars. He is an instructor for the Ancestry Academy, and co-host of The Genealogy GuysSM Podcast, the longest running genealogical podcast, with thousands of listeners around the globe.
George is the prolific, award-winning author of hundreds of articles for magazines, journals, newsletters, in genealogical publications, and at online sites internationally. His twelfth book, the fourth edition "How to Do Everything: Genealogy", was released in January 2015. He has won writing awards from the Association of Professional Genealogists and the International Society of Family History Writers and Editors. He co-authored the book, "Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques" with Drew Smith, and quickly became a runaway bestseller in the genealogical community. He has written Quick Sheets about genealogy for Genealogical Publishing Company and Moorshead Magazines. He is a regular writer for the Association of Professional Genealogists Quarterly, Family Tree Magazine, Internet Genealogy, and Your Genealogy Today (formerly Family Chronicle) .
He lives in the Tampa, Florida, area. His speaking engagements can be viewed at the website at http://ahaseminars.com.
