Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Ancestor Hunting: The Guide to Ancestral Research and Genealogy is a comprehensive book written by Oscar Frank Stetson. The book provides a complete guide for those who are interested in tracing their family history and discovering their ancestors. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of genealogy research.The first chapter of the book provides an introduction to genealogy and explains the importance of tracing one's family history. The second chapter explains how to get started with genealogy research, including how to organize your research and how to use various genealogy resources.The third chapter covers how to use census records to trace your ancestors, while the fourth chapter explains how to use vital records such as birth, marriage, and death certificates to trace your family history. The fifth chapter covers how to use immigration records to trace your ancestors who came from other countries.The sixth chapter of the book provides tips on how to conduct interviews with family members to gather information about your ancestors. The seventh chapter covers how to use military records to trace your ancestors who served in the military.The eighth chapter covers how to use land records to trace your ancestors who owned land, while the ninth chapter explains how to use probate records to trace your ancestors' estates. The tenth chapter of the book provides tips on how to organize your research and keep track of your findings.Overall, The Art of Ancestor Hunting: The Guide to Ancestral Research and Genealogy is a comprehensive guide that provides readers with all the information they need to trace their family history and discover their ancestors. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced genealogist, this book is an invaluable resource that will help you uncover your family's past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.