Ancestors in the attic
Subtitle: making family memorabilia into history
By: Karen Foy
Publisher: History Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Stroud, UK
Language: eng
Number of pages: 208
ISBN-13: 9780752464282
Subjects: Methodology; Genealogy; Handbooks, manuals; History
Description: Karen Foy shows how attics and cupboards can often hide a treasure trove of personal documents and ephemera which can be invaluable sources of information about family history. She guides the reader through 200 years of different types of memorabilia and shows how to interpret and use them to build a family history.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-206) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: 1. Putting pen to paper; title: 2. Travel and transport; title: 3. A stamp of approval; title: 4. Reading between the lines; title: 5. Regulations and restrictions; title: 6. Setting the scene; title: 7. Customers and commerce: letterheads, bills and receipts; title: 8. Artistic advertising; title: 9. Photography; title: 10. Events, entertainment and opinions; title: 11. A lasting reminder; title: 12. Changing fashions; title: 13. Decorative essentials: accessories, jewellery and watches; title: 14. Habits and hobbies; title: 15. Sporting memorabilia; title: 16. Kings of the road; title: 17. Playtime and pastimes; title: 18. Household essentials; title: 19. Checklist; title: Auction tips.