Bibliograph

Black roots, a beginner's guide to tracing the African American family tree, Tony Burroughs

Type

Label

Black roots, a beginner's guide to tracing the African American family tree, Tony Burroughs

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages [434]-452) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Black roots

Nature of contents

bibliographyhandbooks

Oclc number

45068561

Responsibility statement

Tony Burroughs

Sub title

a beginner's guide to tracing the African American family tree

Summary

"In Black Roots", Tony Burroughs--who traced his own family back seven generations--addresses the particular obstacles African Americans face in genealogical research, including the legacy of slavery and segregation. Burroughs describes what types of records to look for, where to find them, and how to analyze them. He offers problem-solving techniques, and tips on organizing records, interviewing family members, and writing the history itself. Maps. Documents

Target audience

adult

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