Genealogical And Biographical Research

`A comprehensive, balanced and judicious treatment of biographical methods in social research, made all the more useful to students by its careful delineation of the practicalities involved′ - Raymond M Lee, Royal Holloway, University of London Specifically designed for those carrying out biographical, life history or family history research, this concise guide covers the methods and issues involved. The author demonstrates that biographical research is a distinctive way of conceptualizing social activity. The three main approaches to biographical and family history research are covered: - Realist - focused around grounded-theory techniques of interviewing; - Neo-positivist - more structured interview techniques; - Narrative - with emphasis on the active construction of life stories through the interplay between interviewer and interviewee. An invaluable introduction to the field, which contains much that will be of interest to the experienced practitioner, the book will be ideal for researchers in sociology, psychology, political science, social policy or anthropology.

An excellent starting point for both reference librarians and for library users seeking information about family history and the lives of others, this resource is drawn from the authoritative database of Guide to Reference, voted Best Professional Resource Database by Library Journal readers in 2012. Biographical resources have long been of interest to researchers and general readers, and this title directs readers to the best biographical sources for all regions of the world. For interest in the lives of those not found in biographical resources, this title also serves as a guide to the most useful genealogical resources. Profiling more than 1400 print and electronic sources, this book helps connect librarians and researchers to the most relevant sources of information in genealogy and biography.

"The New York Genealogical and Biographical Record" is a collection of historic information for the New York area which is divided into genealogical and biographical research. This compilation was first written, organized, and published by the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society which has been dedicated to providing historic information about the state since its inception in 1869. A tremendous resource for anyone interested in the genealogy of the New York area. The mission of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society is to assist all people, no matter what their background, to discover their own family history. While the organization specializes in helping with family histories which related to New York City, State, and region, they also make themselves available to assist in a broader search if needed. The information provided in this publication supplies the reader with a vast array of historic information pertinent to New York. Ultimately, the goal of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society is to provide information and research assistance while also illuminating the broader context of familial experiences in the course of American history. With that in mind, this publication provides information on specific families but also larger events that occur in New York history and in the region. "The New York Genealogical and Biographical Record" is an unmatched resource for any individuals with ties to New York and who has an interest in genealogical research. People often wonder where they came from and one way to discover hidden truths is through family history. This publication provides research support and information that can help any reader in the pursuit of genealogical and biographical investigations. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Index to current and retrospective biographical reference sources for individuals from around the world in various fields of activity.

Comprehensive index to current and retrospective biographical dictionaries and who's whos. Includes biographies on over 3 million people from the beginning of time through the present. It indexes current, readily available reference sources, as well as the most important retrospective and general works that cover both contemporary and historical figures.