The Family Tree Irish Genealogy Guide: How to Trace Your Ancestors in Ireland

Authors: Santry, Claire
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: FAM038000, HIS018000, REF013000
ISBN: 9781440348884, Related ISBNs: 1440348804, 144034888X, 9781440348808, 9781440348884
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 240,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: Discover your Irish roots! Trace your Irish ancestors from American shores back to the Emerald Isle. This in-depth guide from Irish genealogy expert Claire Santry will take you step-by-step through the exciting--and challenging--journey of discovering your Irish roots. You'll learn how to identify immigrant ancestor, find your family's county and townland of origin, and locate key genealogical resources that will breathe life into your family tree. With historical timelines, sample records, resource lists, and detailed information about where and how to find your ancestors online, this guide has everything you need to uncover your Irish heritage.

In this book, you'll find:

   • The best online resources for Irish genealogy
   • Detailed guidance for finding records in the old country, from both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
   • Helpful background on Irish history, geography, administrative divisions, and naming patterns
   • Case studies that apply concepts and strategies to real-life research problems
Whether your ancestors hail from the bustling streets of Dublin or a small town in County Cork, The Family Tree Irish Genealogy Guide will give you the tools you need to track down your ancestors in Ireland.
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