Understanding Documents

Autori

• Bruce Durie

Parametri

• 448 pagine
• 16 ore di lettura

• Enciclopedie
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The book provides genealogists and local historians with essential skills to navigate and interpret historical documents from 1560 to 1860. It addresses challenges such as deciphering difficult handwriting, understanding legal terminology, and translating Latin or archaic English. Dr. Bruce Durie guides readers through various document types, including wills, contracts, and official records, while also explaining complexities like dates, measurements, and transcription conventions. A Latin primer is included, equipping researchers with the necessary tools to enhance their historical inquiries.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013

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