Citation style
There is no one standard standard citation style used for research papers in Philosophy. Two of the more commonly used styles are MLA and Chicago.
The Chicago manual of styleCall Number: Z253 .U69 2003ISBN: 0226104036The authoritative guide to Chicago Style and one of the most comprehensive guides to citation style and bibliographical problems available.
A manual for writers of research papers, theses, and dissertations : Chicago style for students and researchers by Call Number: LB2369 .T8 2007ISBN: 0226823377Standard guide to Chicago style for students; popularly called Turabian.
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers by ISBN: 9781603290241Publication Date: 2009-01-01Widely adopted by universities, colleges, and secondary schools, the MLA Handbook is the guide millions of writers have relied on for over half a century. The seventh edition, taken out of print by the MLA in spring 2016 upon publication of the eighth edition, provides the MLA's previous recommendations on documentation style for use in student writing. Please note that copies of the seventh edition of the MLA Handbook include a code for accessing an accompanying Web site. The Web site is no longer available.
MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly PublishingCall Number: PN147 .G444 2008ISBN: 0873522974The authoritative manual of MLA style for graduate students and faculty.
Web Resources for Chicago Style
- Chicago Style Citation Quick GuideBrief guide to the basics.
Web Resources for MLA Citation Style
- What is MLA Style?A brief description from the MLA website.
- MLA Handbook for Writers of Research PapersThe official site for the MLA Handbook.
