TONY MCCARTHY was born in Cork city and educated at the Model School, Colaiste Chraost Rafa and University College Cork. He teaches English and History in Christian Brothers' College, Cork and is editor of Irish Roots magazine.

Tony McCarthy's book gives invaluable advice for anyone setting out on the elusive trail of their ancestors.' – Sunday Press Even if you never get around to compiling your family tree, there will always be satisfaction in knowing that one day, as a result of this book being in the house, your child or grandchild may do so.' – The Irish Post 'Interestingly written, accurate and well produced.' – The Irish Genealogist 'This is a most useful and elegant book.' – The Sunday Tribune