The Family Tree Problem Solver

The Family Tree Problem Solver Tried-and-True Tactics for Tracing Elusive Ancestors

3rd edition

Paperback (31 Mar 2019)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Has your family history research hit a brick wall? Marsha Hoffman Rising's newly updated bestselling book The Family Tree Problem Solver has the solutions to help you find the answers you seek. Here, you'll find answers to genealogy's toughest problems.

Inside, you'll find:
  • Work-arounds for lost or destroyed records
  • Techniques for finding ancestors with common names
  • Strategies for analyzing your problem and creating a successful research plan
  • Ideas on how to find vital records before civil registration
  • Troubleshooting advice for interpreting your DNA results
  • Tips for finding "missing" ancestors in censuses
  • Instructions for investigating collateral kin to further your family tree
  • Methods for finding ancestors who lived before 1850
  • Case studies that show you how to apply these strategies to real-life research problems

Book information

ISBN: 9781440300745
Publisher: F+W Media Inc
Imprint: Family Tree Books
Pub date:
Edition: 3rd edition
DEWEY: 929.1072073
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 270
Weight: 459g
Height: 178mm
Width: 230mm
Spine width: 26mm