An Award winning book

In 1993, a review of research guides was conducted in the magazine Irish Roots by Paul Gorry. Irish Ancestry, A Beginner's Guide under its previous title: An Introduction to Irish Research took first place in the guidance category, shared first place for readability and second place overall

Reviews

A book thoroughly recommended for all those interested in Irish research … even those well experienced … will find plenty of information and helpful hints to set them off on entirely new, previously unthought of tracks

Ancestor Journal of The Genealogical society of Victoria Inc.

I would highly recommend this most readable guide

Root and Branch Journal of the West Surrey Family History Society

Bill Davis clearly sets out basic guidelines for research in Ireland

Family Tree Magazine

This is a book that can be safely placed in the hands of the raw beginner

Paul Gorry, Irish Roots