The Key to the Family Deed Chest: How to Decipher and Study Old Documents
Enriched edition. Being a Guide to the Reading of Ancient ManuscriptsBy Emma Elizabeth Thoyts
Length3h 27m
About this audiobook
In "The Key to the Family Deed Chest: How to Decipher and Study Old Documents," Emma Elizabeth Thoyts meticulously unravels the complexities of historical documents, providing readers with a comprehensive guide to understanding familial and genealogical records. Thoyts employs a clear, academic tone combined with practical exercises, drawing on her expertise in historical research and archival methods. The book stands as both a scholarly work and a practical manual, showcasing Thoyts' ability to make intricate material accessible to both novices and seasoned historians within the larger context of genealogical studies and heritage research. Emma Elizabeth Thoyts, a distinguished researcher and expert in historic document analysis, has dedicated her career to uncovering narratives hidden within archival texts. Her passion for genealogy and historical justice stems from her own family's rich history and the realization of the importance of preserving personal stories. Thoyts' extensive experience in leading workshops fuels the instructive nature of the text, as she knows firsthand the challenges faced by those delving into the past. For anyone interested in genealogy, local history, or archival research, "The Key to the Family Deed Chest" is invaluable. Thoyts empowers readers to engage with their heritage, equipping them with the necessary tools to decode and appreciate the significance of documents that connect them to their ancestral lineage.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length3 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2INTRODUCTION.
3CHAPTER I. HINTS TO BEGINNERS.
4CHAPTER II. HANDWRITING.
5CHAPTER III. ANGLO-SAXON, NORMAN-FRENCH, LATIN, AND OLD ENGLISH.
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6CHAPTER IV. OLD DEEDS.
7CHAPTER V. LAW TECHNICALITIES.
8CHAPTER VI. MANOR AND COURT ROLLS.
9CHAPTER VII. MONASTIC CHARTERS.
10CHAPTER VIII. PARISH REGISTERS.
11CHAPTER IX. PARISH OFFICERS AND THEIR BOOKS.
12CHAPTER X. BOOKS ON PALEOGRAPHY AND KINDRED SUBJECTS.
13CHAPTER XI. OLD LETTERS.
14CHAPTER XII. ABBREVIATIONS, ETC.
15APPENDIX. LEGAL MEMORY. (See page .)
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