Mastering Genealogical Proof

by

Kindle

Published Dec. 4, 2013 by National Genealogical Society.

ISBN:
9781935815099
ASIN:
B00H48MNXS
4 stars (1 review)

Mastering Genealogical Proof teaches family historians and genealogists how to reconstruct the relationships and lives of their ancestors. Readers learn about the fundamentals of the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS), what genealogists mean by “reasonably exhaustive” research, the basics of citing sources, analysis, problem-solving, and more. Content is presented in digestible chunks. Each chapter concludes with problems providing practice for proficiently applying the chapter’s concepts. Those problems—as well as examples throughout the book—use real records, research, and issues. Answers are at the back of the book along with a glossary of technical terms and an extensive resource list.

3 editions

reviewed Mastering Genealogical Proof by Thomas W. Jones

Best on elements 1, 3, & 4 of the GPS

4 stars

Like Mastering Genealogical Documentation, this is a useful but frustrating "textbook". As for helpful information, it's very useful explaining a reasonably exhaustive search, analysis & correlation, and resolving conflict. The information on citation isn't bad, but read his Mastering Genealogical Documentation book instead. The chapter on writing a solidly reasoned argument leaves a lot to be desired. Granted, that topic could & should be the subject of an entire book by itself. Jones writes in his usual pedantic, wordy style that made it a lot harder for me to slog my way through.

Subjects

  • Authorship
  • Handbooks, manuals
  • Genealogy