This guide is based on the 17th edition of the full Chicago Manual of Style.
The Chicago Manual of Style Online offers the full contents of the 18th and 17th editions and provides recommendations on editorial style and publishing practices for the digital age.
The Chicago Manual of Style is often used to document sources for papers in the humanities (e.g. history, fine arts, and political science).
The purpose of documentation is to:
The Chicago Manual of Style (17th ed.) recognizes two basic styles of citation. This guide is intended as a guideline for the Notes and Bibliography system only.
Be sure to check with your instructor to find out which citation style you should use for an assignment.
The examples in this guide cover frequently used citation forms only. While this guide provides helpful examples, it may not be perfect. For more detailed information refer to The Chicago Manual of Style (17th ed.), ask your instructor, or Ask Us!.
This guide based on a template provided by Red Deer College Library in Alberta, Canada.
