Counting People: A DIY Manual for Local and Family Historians

Numerical data plays a crucial role in historical research, particularly in areas like population, agriculture, and social history. This book empowers amateur historians to effectively utilize computers and software for analyzing and presenting numerical data, enhancing their research capabilities. It includes a chapter on research and publishing in local history, along with a bibliography that offers resources for local historical studies in England and Wales, and guidance on integrating computers into local research efforts.