“PERSI is already a tremendous resource for genealogists and local historians interested in identifying the data available in periodical literature for their research endeavors,” said Curt Witcher, Manager, Historical Genealogy Department, Allen County Public Library.  “PERSI has been substantially enhanced with this release of nearly one quarter of a million index entries.  This release also demonstrates the intense interest in and commitment of both organizations to serving the genealogical research community.  Expanded access to periodical literature published in the early part of this century will be a boon to researchers.”

PERSI is the standard for periodical research in local history and genealogy.  This comprehensive subject index covers genealogy and local history periodicals written in English since 1800.   It helps researchers quickly locate helpful articles about families, local history and records, and genealogical methodology. 

As a key component of HeritageQuest™ Online, PERSI is available online exclusively in the library market from ProQuest. On the award-winning HeritageQuest Online, users can search PERSI for surnames, places, and how-to advice, and discover publishing information.   

PERSI is an integral content set within the ProQuest Genealogy Center resources, and is a strong complement to HeritageQuest’s U.S. Federal Census, Genealogy & Local History Books, Freedman's Bank Records, and Revolutionary War Era Pension & Bounty-Land Warrants Applications. “The PERSI release is part of ProQuest's ongoing commitment to bring valuable genealogical resources to libraries and their patrons,” said Chris Cowan, ProQuest vice president of publishing.  More information on ProQuest Genealogy Center Resources can be found at www.il.proquest.com.