English Language and Literature Subject Guide
Style Guides
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This field of study usually uses the MLA (Modern Languages Association) or Chicago style guide for its publications.
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers.
LB 2369 .G53 2009 (Ref Desk Collection)
One of the frequently used style guides for writers of term papers and scholarly articles and books in the literary field. Includes sections on citing electronic publications, and provides guidance in footnote and bibliographic conventions, quotations, manuscript submission, thesis and dissertation writing, etc. Intended primarily for high school and undergraduate college students. For the most commonly cited materials see our MLA Style guide.
Z 253 .C57 15th 2003 (Ref Desk Collection)
A detailed and comprehensive guide for papers, articles, theses, dissertations, and books. It is the "Bible" for many publication guidelines.
MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly Publishing
3rd ed. LB 2369 .G54 2008 (Ref. Desk Coll.)
One of the most frequently used style guides for graduate students in the Humanities and writers of scholarly articles and books in literature. Includes sections on citing electronic publications.
This citation management software allows you to import citations directly from electronic indexes and create and manage your own bibliographies. Use with word processing software to cite and format references easily in a variety of writing styles. You will have to set up an individualized account the first time you use RefWorks. An excellent tutorial is available in RefWorks under Help. Tutorial
Research and Documentation Online
Shows how to cite Web resources in the humanities (MLA), social sciences (APA), history (Chicago) and sciences (CSE). Also provides links to selected Web resources within each category. (formerly Online! Citation Styles)