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Genealogical Proof Standard Paperback – October 1, 2014

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 108 ratings

This book describes the Genealogical Proof Standard, adopted by the Board for Certification of Genealogists to assist in building a solid case. It defines the standard and continues with an explanation of the standard and how evidence is evaluated. An easy-to-read guide to enable researchers to build a case even when there is a lack of a document with the desired information.
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About the Author

Christine Rose, CG, CGL, FASG is a board-certified genealogist with many years of experience. She is a Fellow of the American Society of Genealogists, an honor bestowed by peers based on the quantity and quality of writing, and limited to only 50 at any one time. Christine has lectured extensively nationwide, and traveled to over 500 courthouses in the United States to research their records for clients. She specializes in courthouse research, and also in federal land records and military records for genealogical research.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CR Publications; 4th edition (October 1, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0929626214
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0929626215
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.88 ounces
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Customers find the book provides good information and clear guidance for researching their family. They describe it as a useful introduction and quick reference. The book is described as an easy, concise read that provides all the necessary information.

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Customers find the book provides good information and clear guidance for genealogical research. They find it a useful introduction and quick reference. The refined explanations and examples are helpful for them.

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Customers find the book easy to read and providing useful information for genealogy sourcing. They appreciate its clear and concise writing style.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2016
    This is an easily readable, succinct overview of the GPS. It's a great introduction and a handy, quick reference. It was written by a highly-regarded expert in genealogy. (Rose also wrote _Courthouse Research for Family Historians_ and co-authored _The Complete Idiot's Guide to Genealogy._) I've found this compact, little volume to be really useful -- I keep my copy within reach on my (genealogy) desk.
    8 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2021
    Got it for my husband for Christmas. He is a serious genealogist and he was thrilled. Said that it has excellent information.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2012
    While short, Genealogical Proof Standard covers a lot of ground and gives the reader a good foundation in applying the genealogical proof standard (GPS) to their research. Readers learn what the GPS is, why it exists and exactly how to apply it to their work. There are a couple case studies in the book as well so the reader can follow along with the author.

    The book also includes a brief list of sources for further reading. If you're interested in learning more about the GPS in depth, I highly suggest you look at those as well.

    The only reason I rated it a 4 rather than a 5 is that there are other books that explore this is more depth. However, if you're looking for an introduction to the GPS, this is a good book to start with before moving on to the others.
    27 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2014
    This is a must read for anyone who wants to research their ancestors. This is a quick read, and a great resource to keep handy. If you're going to research your ancestors, you may as well do it right then write it so others in your family tree won't have to start from the beginning.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2019
    This book has been very helpful in giving clear guideance in researching my family in a proper and easy manner. Easy to read and follow.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2017
    It is a short explanation of the genealogical proof standard. More people should read this and take it to heart before they just accept information as the truth. Explains the "whys" of being so specific and documenting your sources. Excellent place to start.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2013
    This book is great for explaining what the proof standard is, how to build a solid case with primary and secondary information from the different records you are able to locate. It also explains how to pull all your data together to write up your proof argument.
    16 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2017
    Good info, but I pretty much learned this while researching the family. It is nice to see I pretty much got it right.
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  • D G Fletcher
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for understanding 'sources' in genealogy.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2013
    This book helps to understand the reasoning and differences between 'original' and 'derivative' sources, 'primary' and 'secondary' information and 'direct' and 'indirect evidence' for the GPS. It also explains GPS.