Thousands of family historians around the world have used DNA testing to extend their family tree and the scope of their research. This clear, concise and up-to-the-minute guide shows what genetics can do for anyone in search of their ancestors, including linking people with the same surname, unraveling clan relationships and exploring the genetic profile of individuals, locations and regions. It offers practical advice on the DNA tests available including the y-chromosome, mitochondrial and ancestry tests, helping you to choose the right test and use the results effectively. From the latest discoveries in the big surname studies to advice on starting your own DNA project, this is a fascinating introduction that will dominate future family history research.
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Chris Pomery is an ex Times correspondent who now works as a freelance writer. Recent publications include DNA and Family History as well as articles in the BBCs History magazine and the Daily Express. He lives in Berkshire, England.
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This review is from: Family History in the Genes: Trace your DNA and grow your family tree (Paperback)
Chris Pommery wrote the very successful DNA and Family History: How Genetic Testing Can Advance Your Genealogical Research in 2004. Used copies sell for up to $100, and it is still a very useful guide. This book is a major revision and update of DNA and Family History as the changed title reflects. Like its predecessor, it provides the very latest advice on a fast-moving subject, in compact format and at an affordable price. The glossary of terms in this confusing field is particularly good. Reviews of Pomery's earlier book were highly complimentary and fact filled, and are well worth reading. Pomery's new volume will help you write your own family histories using "best practices". He also maintains a fact filled website devoted to the book and issues an email newsletter that will keep you up on the field. Google DNAandfamilyhistory . Robert C. Ross 2008
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Useful but repetitive,
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Rather short (219 rather small pages before glossary, index, etc.) and useful for my purposes, but it could have been much shorter and just as useful. Pomery's central message is that Y-chromosome tests can be useful for genealogical research because the genetic transmission of the Y-chromosome from father to son so precisely parallels the inheritance of surnames, which are documented by so many conventional genealogical records (e.g., census, birth or baptism records, marriage registers). He argues (convincingly) that other available DNA tests -- mitochondrial DNA tests and "genetic heritage" tests -- are unlikely to lead you to any long-lost relatives.
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This review is from: Family History in the Genes: Trace your DNA and grow your family tree (Paperback)
A good book for those just starting or thinking about starting a Genealogy DNA project. Lots of examples, glossary of terms, list of useful websites, other books and readings and fully indexed. This is Chris Pomery's 2nd book covering DNA and genealogy.
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