By Graham S. Holton and Jack Winch
Reviewed by Sharma Krauskopf and rated

Do you wish to trace your Scottish family history but know very little about how to go about it within Scotland? This book is written for the beginner and the authors have the made the unravelling of your ancestors easy and fun. The book covers how to start, who to ask, where to look, how to keep records, forms you will need, the problems you might face, how your computer can help, the best software to use, recent helpful tools, and using the internet.

For example did you know there are four kinds of surnames?

1. Local names - the name refers to a place of origin such as de Bruce originally from Brius (now Bruix) in Normandy.
2. Relationship Names - tend to patronymic, giving the name of the father, such a Williamson or Robertson. Since Mac means son of, all the names beginning with Mac often refer to the individual regarded as the founder of a clan.
3. Occupational Names - include Smith, Backer, and Butcher.
4. Nicknames - could refer to appearance or qualities. Amongst these types are White, Long, Good, and Savage.

I have given this 150 page paperback 4 thistles because it contains so much information for such a reasonable price.

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