This is an exhaustive guide to family history sources in German archives at every level of jurisdiction, public and private. Anyone searching for data about people who lived in Germany in the past need only determine which archives today have jurisdiction over the records that were created by church or state institutions.

From the Baltic & North Sea coasts to snow-capped Alpine peaks & from the Rhine valley to Berlin & Saxony, discover the tremendous variety of Germany, be it at its most cosmopolitan in one of the many lively cities, or at its most soothing amidst breathtaking natural scenery.

The ultimate geographical dictionary of countries, cities, natural and man-made wonders, from the editors of Reader's Digest. 370 full-color photographs, maps.

An encyclopedia covering the political, social, intellectual, religious and cultural history of the German- and Dutch-speaking medieval world, between 500 and 1500. Entries cover individuals and their deeds as well as broader historical topics.

First published in 2001, Medieval Germany: An Encyclopedia provides a comprehensive guide to the German and Dutch-speaking world in the Middle Ages, from approximately C.E. 500 to 1500. It offers detailed accounts of a wide variety of aspects of medieval Germany, including language, literature, architecture, politics, warfare, medicine, philosophy and religion. In addition, this reference work includes bibliographies and citations to aid further study. This A-Z encyclopedia, featuring over 500 entries written by expert contributors, will be of key interest to students and scholars, as well as general readers.