West Indian/Caribbean Genealogical Books

The following is a list of publications from TCI Genealogical Resources, a company specializing in West Indian/Caribbean genealogical research. The list contains only those publications dealing with Caribbean genealogy, although TCI publishes other works as well. Corrections and additions can be forwarded to Peter E. Carr (pecarr@slonet.org).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CARIBBEAN HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL JOURNAL

GUIDE TO CUBAN GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH

CENSOS, PADRONES Y MATRICULAS DE LA POBLACION DE CUBA: SIGLOS 16, 17, & 18

ABOUT THE AUTHOR



"CARIBBEAN HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL JOURNAL." Carr, Peter E., ed. Quarterly publication

Often featured on TCI's web site as its publication of the month, this periodical covers the historical and genealogical aspects of the Spanish, English, Dutch, Danish, and American Caribbean as well as the African and native Indian communities from prehistoric times to the present day. It contains articles to help researchers locate sources in and learn the history of the West Indies, record abstracts, maps, book reviews, queries, genealogies, etc.

An area often ignored by other genealogical journals and newsletters, the Caribbean Islands served as the gateway for the exploration of the Latin American mainland by various European nations. The pluralism of different ethnic groups has created a unique island culture not found in any of the continental nations.

"GUIDE TO CUBAN GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH." Carr, Peter E. Chicago: Adams Press, 1991. 103 pp, indexed.

Genealogists, historians, and librarians should celebrate the publication of the "Guide to Cuban Genealogical Research" because it is packed with useful information. By taking into account the inherent obstacles in researching Cuban ancestry, this guide provides a way of using a vast compilation of bibliographic references. Among its most valuable features are the list of Cuban Catholic parishes existing in 1938, a section on newspapers sources, and a section on the usage of Spanish surnames.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:



1. Preliminary Research
   
2. Surnames vs. Last Names
   
3. Chronological History
   
4. Church Records
   
5. Civil Registration
   
6. Notarial Records
   
7. Land Records
   
8. Census Records
   
9. Official Passenger Records
   
10. Official Records
    
11. Slave Records
    
12. Newspaper Records
    
13. Commercial Records
    
14. Military Records
    
15. U.S. Department of State Records
    
16. Consular Records
    
17. Cemetery Records
    
18. Miscellaneous Records
    
19. Directories
    
20. Papeles Procedentes de Cuba
    
21. Genealogical Societies and Social Clubs
    
22. Maps and Atlases
    
23. Streets, "Barrios," and Districts of La Habana
    
24. General References
    

"CENSOS, PADRONES Y MATRICULAS DE LA POBLACION DE CUBA: SIGLOS 16, 17, & 18." Carr, Peter E. San Luis Obispo: The Cuban Index, 1993. 120 pp, indexed. Text in Spanish.

For over three centuries, Cuba was the key to the Spanish settlement of the Americas. Expeditions came and went to Florida, the American southwest, Mexico, and Central and South America after having passed through Cuba, usually at La Habana (Havana).

Census records for this early period are difficult to locate. After many years of research and compilation, Peter E. Carr has succeeded in making available the names of many early Cuban settlers who had remained in obscurity until now. Though modern census records in Cuba do not start until 1774, many earlier resident lists, military lists, padrones, matriculas, cabildo lists, census records, and other minor lists have been incorporated into this volume.

This work, an impressive genealogical dictionary of early Cuba, is characterized by Mr. Carr's exhaustive research and careful attention to detail. His primary sources include many records from the Archivo General de Indias in Seville, Spain, as well as other repositories. In addition to his broad knowledge of source materials, his familiarity with the language and Cuban history have added a unique character to this work.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Peter E. Carr (pecarr@slonet.org), a Cuban native, has been involved in genealogical research since 1965. Facing apparently insurmountable odds in his investigations due to the closed door policy of the Cuban government, he set out to find any and all information relevant to Cuban genealogy. In addition to the above works, he has authored three compilations of passenger departure lists.

Mr. Carr attended California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a degree in anthropology. His natural curiosity, investigative skills, and love of history have led him to pursue a career as a professional genealogist and author. Besides Cuba, the scope of his expertise extends to Latin America, Spain, France, and England as well as the United States.

For more information about TCI Books and for ordering information on the resources described above, please contact:

TCI GENEALOGICAL RESOURCES
P.O. Box 7213
Redlands, CA 92375
USA


Last updated: 7 April 2003

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