Citing an Encyclopedia Entry:
There are several ways to cite an encyclopedia entry, depending on the style guide you're using. Here's a general guide, with examples:
1. Basic Information:
* Author: If known, include the author's name. For entries with multiple authors, list them all.
* Entry Title: Include the title of the specific entry you're referencing.
* Encyclopedia Title: Include the full title of the encyclopedia.
* Edition: If applicable, specify the edition of the encyclopedia.
* Year of Publication: Include the year the encyclopedia was published or the most recent edition was published.
* Volume Number: If the encyclopedia is multi-volume, include the volume number where the entry appears.
* Page Numbers: If available, include the page numbers of the entry.
* Medium: Specify if the encyclopedia is print or online.
2. Common Citation Styles:
a. MLA (Modern Language Association):
* Print Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. "Entry Title." *Encyclopedia Title*, edited by Editor's Name(s), Edition Number, Publisher, Year of Publication, page numbers.
* Online Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. "Entry Title." *Encyclopedia Title*. Publisher, Year of Publication. Accessed Day Month Year,
b. APA (American Psychological Association):
* Print Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. (Year). Entry Title. In *Encyclopedia Title* (Edition Number, pp. Page Numbers). Publisher.
* Online Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. (Year). Entry Title. In *Encyclopedia Title*. Retrieved from
c. Chicago (Notes and Bibliography):
* Print Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. "Entry Title." *Encyclopedia Title*, Edition Number (Publisher, Year of Publication), Page Numbers.
* Online Encyclopedia:
> Author Last Name, First Name. "Entry Title." *Encyclopedia Title*. Publisher, Year of Publication. Accessed Day Month Year,
3. Examples:
Print Encyclopedia:
MLA:
> Smith, John. "World War II." *The New Encyclopedia Britannica*, 15th ed., Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., 2010, pp. 987-995.
APA:
> Smith, J. (2010). World War II. In *The New Encyclopedia Britannica* (15th ed., pp. 987-995). Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.
Chicago:
> Smith, John. "World War II." *The New Encyclopedia Britannica*, 15th ed. (Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., 2010), 987-995.
Online Encyclopedia:
MLA:
> Jones, Mary. "Artificial Intelligence." *Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy*. Stanford University, 2017. Accessed 15 May 2023,
APA:
> Jones, M. (2017). Artificial intelligence. In *Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy*. Retrieved from
Chicago:
> Jones, Mary. "Artificial Intelligence." *Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy*. Stanford University, 2017. Accessed May 15, 2023.
4. Key Points:
* Accuracy: Be sure to include all necessary information and cite accurately.
* Consistency: Maintain consistency throughout your work with the chosen citation style.
* Accessibility: Provide enough information so readers can easily locate the source.
Remember to consult the specific style guide you are using for detailed instructions and examples.