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Family History

Over 100 volumes are now available in Pen & Sword’s family history series, which makes it one of the largest and most influential published in Britain. Since the first books appeared over ten years ago, the range of topics has grown to the point where almost every aspect of the subject is covered.

There are volumes on the most important types of records for family historians and guides to the family history of the British regions and principal cities. Also included are introductions to the armed services and the world wars, to types of work, and to the major industries and professions.

Each book offers an accessible introduction to the subject and detailed advice on the historical and genealogical sources family historians can use to find out about the lives and times of their ancestors. The series is essential reading for newcomers who are beginning to explore this fascinating subject and a valuable resource for experienced researchers.

View Family History eBooks Ancestors in the Armed Forces By Industry/Profession By Region By Religion Types of Records

Author Q&A, [b]Genealogist and house historian[/b], as featured by
History Revealed

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I want to thank NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book. As a genealogist for over 30 years, I found the information information very useful. Most of the links provided were from the UK, but the information was still very valuable. I will be purchasing this book for my library.
NetGalley, Stephanie Maines

As featured by
Aberdeen and North East Scotland FHS

The book is well written and easy to read and I found it very useful for my own research. After being pointed in the direction of Churchwarden’s Accounts, I found ancestors who had been paid to provide goods or services for the poor as well as ancestors who had received the help. This is a very useful reference book to keep and refer to in the future.
Doncaster & District Family History Society, reviewed by Karen Walker

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Brilliant! Absolutely brilliant. Though keeping up with modern fashion trends holds no attraction for me, the history of fashion and how it related to life in my favourite eras encompassing 1800 to 1950 is utterly absorbing. Clothing told stories. Still does. Clothing, of course, is worn for several reasons. This book details information on work wear to bathing costumes to bridal wear to formal evening wear to hairstyles and scores more applications/purposes/events. Upholding status was crucial in this time period, especially 1800-early 1900s and clothing was one of the most prominent ways of displaying it, though often impractical. Gender clothing, including the beginnings of blue and pink, are discussed. There is also information on what men and women wore for leisure and sport including golf, swimming, horseback riding and golf. There are even old clothing advertisements in this book. Clothing itself and accessories such as fabrics, handkerchiefs, hats,.. Read more
NetGalley, Brenda Carleton