The Unofficial Guide to Online Genealogy

I have been interested in Genealogy for some time now and never thought it was possible to pursue it so thoroughly the Internet! One of the reasons that I bought this book is that I am not an "Internet expert" by any stretch. In the process of learning how to find information on genealogy I learned a few things about my computer. I live way up in Canada and regardless of where you live, this book is a must have for anyone interested in the subject.I especially liked the step-by-step process that begins with teaching you first how to use the necessary tools to accomplish your goals and ending with results you were after. In any subject that interests me I hate to buy a book that reminds me of the dry texts I read back in school. I have seen them while wandering bookstores and despite the fact the subject interests me I will not buy it. This book was nothing like any of those books, which was very refreshing. * Helps anyone not particularly well versed in the Internet get started with learning the necessary tools. * Takes a well thought out step-by-step approach to attainting your ultimate goal. * I thought it was very well laid out and easy to read.

For a lot of people, the courthouse is where the search for the bulk of your family's background research begins. This book has great information on how to go about getting the most out of that research.*I also like how the author put all of the links from the book online at GenelogyTips.com. That means I don't have to type them in; she's done it for me!*I recommend this book because the writing is easy to understand yet full of information.

As a new researcher to genealogy I have to say that I found this to be a very helpful book. Ms. Hahn seems to have gone into depth trying to help people who are new to genealogy find ways to do research on the web. Her insights and book layout are a very easy way to jump into researching the web for family information. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an easy to follow "instruction" guide for genealogy!!

The Unofficial Guide to Online Genealogy is extremely well written and informative. The author not only directs the reader with expert advice on the "How to" part of going about the task of recreating a family's history but she does it in an entertaining manner too. Unlike most works on this subject, which are reminiscent of grade school text books, this author has added numerous short, rich and colorful examples that bring the necessary information to the reader in a manner they will appreciate and relate to. It's all there; Internet sites of interest, other offline resources, investigative techniques, procedures, helpful hints, insider knowledge, and directions written in an easy to digest manner for the beginner and the seasoned pro alike. As a retired police officer knowledgeable in investigations I highly recommend this book and am confident that it will provide all the information you'll need to discover and document an informative chronicle of your family's history and stories.

I had no idea where to start looking for online sources. I knew of a couple places to go, but as far as not leaving my computer, I was lost. This book really helped me find places to start looking for my family. It was a big help.