theory
3 articles
Genealogy: Theory and Practice
An article on the significance and methodology of Finnish genealogy research, distinguishing applied research from basic research, discussing the role of the Finnish Genealogical Society, and arguing for a university post in genealogical theory. Published in Sukutieto 2/1995.
Does Genealogy Have Its Own Methodology?
A methodological study on genealogical research methods: the basic method, multi-source research, the criterion of proximity, and a worked example tracing Jaakko Markunpoika in Ilmajoki. Published in Eteläpohjalaiset Juuret 3/2005.
The Definition of Genealogy
A theoretical article proposing an atomic model of genealogical data: each fact answers who–what–where–when. From single data "atoms" (birth, marriage, death) the discipline builds up to biography, family, lineage and genealogy as a historical science. Published in Genos 1999.