Suggested reading on family history

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Discover Sussex past and present in our new local studies books.

All of the family history books listed are available in our libraries. Just click on the title to reserve a copy and ask for it to be sent to your local library.

Public Record Office pocket guides to family history

For beginners in family history, these guides show you how to look for your ancestors and explain the records you can use in your search.

Other family history books

Take the next step in tracing your family tree back to the Middle Ages with these detailed books on the records you can use and where to find them.

Heraldry books

Learn about coats of arms and whether your family has one.