Family History Month

August is Family History Month! Take a look at the selection of titles the library has to offer and come along to one of our Family History Month Events: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/family-local-history

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Updated July 23, 2025
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A dictionary of family history : the genealogists' abc
Scott, Jonathan
Paper Book
Part encyclopedia, part dictionary, part almanac - Jonathan Scott's Dictionary of Family History doesn't claim to be exhaustive, but it is practical, easy to use, entertaining and genuinely informative. It is the kind of book you can dip into or use as a starting point for deeper study, and it is...
Family tree factbook : key genealogy tips and stats for the busy researcher
Haddad, Diane
Paper Book
Discover your roots! The answers to all your genealogy questions in one place! This convenient, timesaving collection of genealogy hacks gathers the best resources, tips, lists, and need-to-know facts from the experts at Family Tree Magazine. Inside, you'll find fast facts...
The family tree guide to DNA testing and genetic genealogy
Bettinger, Blaine T.
Paper Book
Unlock the family secrets in your DNA! Discover the answers to your family history mysteries using the most cutting edge tool available. This plain-English guide (newly updated and expanded to include th latest DNA developments) will teach you what DNA tests are available; the...
The Family Tree guidebook to Europe : your essential guide to trace your genealogy in Europe
Dolan, Allison
Paper Book
Your passport to European research! Chart your research course to find your European ancestors with the beginner-friendly, how-to instruction in this book. This one-of-a-kind collection provides invaluable information about more than 35 countries in a single source. Each of the...
The Family tree historical newspapers guide : how to find your ancestors in archived newspapers
Beidler, James M.
Paper Book
There are more historical newspaper resources than you think--and they're easier to access than you know. When researched properly, no other type of record can beat historical newspapers in "taking the pulse" of their times and places, recording not just the names, but also information important to...
Finding your family tree : a beginner's guide to researching your genealogy
Morgan, Sharon Leslie
Paper Book
Embarking on a quest to uncover your ancestry? Finding Your Family Tree is the perfect genealogy guide to have at your side, with special research techniques for underrepresented groups.
Genealogy : essential research methods
Osborn, Helen
Paper Book
This book is the ideal companion for anybody researching their family tree. It provides advice and inspiration on methods and problem-solving and helps the amateur family historian understand what successful professionals do to get results, and why we should copy them. Over ten chapters, it examines...
It runs in the family : understanding more about your ancestors
Symes, Ruth A.
Paper Book
In the quest to uncover our family history, we turn to written records, the family album and even heirlooms. However, they can often be difficult to interpret and sometimes pose more questions than they answer: Why didn't my ancestors smile for the camera? Why did great-grandfather wear a beard...
The lost family : how DNA testing is upending who we are
Copeland, Libby
Paper Book
"Before You Spit in That Vial, Read This Book." ―New York Times "A fascinating account of lives dramatically affected by genetic sleuthing." ―Wall Street Journal "Wrestles with some of the biggest questions in life: Who are we?...
Organize your genealogy : strategies and solutions for every researcher
Smith, Drew
Paper Book
Get Your Research in Order! Stop struggling to manage all your genealogy facts, files, and data--make a plan of attack to maximize your progress. Organize Your Genealogy will show you how to use tried-and-true methods and the latest tech tools and genealogy software to...
Tracing your family history : how to get started
Chater, Kathy
Paper Book
Accessible and clear advice on discovering your family's history in the UK, and geneology techniques.
Who do you think you are? : the genealogy handbook : the essential pocket guide to tracing your family history
Waddell, Dan
Paper Book
Who are you & where did you come from? These are just two of the questions that this book will help you to answer. Find out all about your family history - how to start your research, questions to ask, how to decipher old photographs & how to read a census.
Your DNA guide, the book : step-by-step plans to connect you with your family using your DNA
Southard, Diahan
Paper Book
UPDATED EDITION!! You don't have to learn everything about genetic genealogy before asking specific questions of your DNA! That's the premise of Diahan Southard's brand new book, Your DNA Guide - the Book. DNA test results from AncestryDNA, 23andMe and other...

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