Surnames Handbook

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Every surname has its own story to tell & a surname study is a natural complement to family history research. The study of surnames has been revolutionised in the last decade with the increasing availability of online resources & it is now easier than ever before to explore the history evolution distribution & meaning of your family name. The Surnames Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to researching your surname using genealogical methods in conjunction with the latest advances in DNA testing & surname mapping. The book explores the key resources that are used to study a surname & is packed with links to relevant websites giving you everything you need to research your surname in one compact volume. DEBBIE KENNETT an editor & genealogist has been researching her family tree for over a decade. She is the founder of the Cruse/ Cruwys one-name study & runs three large international DNA projects. She writes for many family history magazines. Her first book DNA & Social Networking is also published by The History Press. I believe this handbook which is a significant contribution to our understanding in this field deserves not only our admiration & gratitude but also a place on our bookshelves. Derek A. Palgrave
- President of the Guild of One-Name Studies