For anyone setting out to trace their family tree, this book is the perfect starting point. Even if you are a raw beginner, you can expect a warm welcome in the world of family history. The research is absorbing and fun; and the rediscovery of those from past generations brings personal satisfaction, no to mention gratitude and praise from living relatives. Starting Your Family History is uncomplicated. It allows you to build reliable blocks of family records that begin with the present generation and work gently back through time, bringing to life the history of your ancestors.