Some Things I've Learned from Genealogy

About the Book

Family history is a strange hobby. The amount of time and effort spent in the search for your ancestors is similar to climbing a mountain. At the end of the journey much of the satisfaction is derived from what you can see. Long after your muscles have forgotten the strain of the climb, your mind cherishes the things you saw, both at the top and on the way.

The search for family roots can be fascinating and habit-forming. Everyone’s trail is different, with its own peculiar twists and turns. Each bend in the path, each landmark along the way, has its own charm and story. All too often we tend to rush by them, only coming to realize their true value long after the fact when we are forced to retrace our steps and learn the lesson they have to teach.

In the 54 essays in Some Things I’ve Learned from Genealogy, Frank Beacon shares his own unique vision of some of the lessons he has learned during his decades as a researcher. Not only does he share his own special perspective on the joys of genealogy, he offers valuable advice on how to proceed on your own quest for your family heritage.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey, or you’ve been a dedicated researcher for many years, you will be delighted by Frank’s solid advice and unexpected perspectives on family history. And on life itself.

About the Author

Frank Beacon has been a professional genealogist for more than 25 years, helping people trace their family roots in the records of countries in North America and Europe. His weekly column has appeared in Everton’s Family History Newsline from its inception in January 1997.