Your Guide To The Family History Library - How To Access The World's Largest Genealogy Resource

by Paula Stuart Warren and James W. Warren.

The Family History Library is the largest collection of genealogy and family history materials in the world.

This exceptional guide will help you use the library's resources effectively, both on-site and online. Professional genealogists Paula and Jim Warren provide the information you need, including:

• Tips for making the most of your limited research time.
• guidelines for accessing the library collection, including FamilySearch online and more than 3,400 Family History Centers worldwide.
• Overviews of Family History Library records, including major U.S. and world collections.
• guidelines for handling foreign records, including tips for getting one-on-one translation assistance and using FHL resources to do your own translations.
• Research tips to help you locate resources, and organize your workday and materials.
• A traveler's guide to Salt Lake City, including information on directions, weather, handicapped access, transportation services, accommodations, restaurants, attractions, and other area research repositories.
• Additional research options that you can use without going to Salt Lake City, including publications, societies, classes, online sources, conferences, and seminars.
• Advice for using what you've learned once your trip is complete.

Each topic is discussed in a clear, friendly style--just as if you were taking part in your own private genealogy session.