Chicago Quick Citation Guide
The Chicago citation style is widely used in the social sciences and humanities. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to cite various sources using the Chicago citation style.
Books
Citations for books in the Chicago citation style include the following elements:
- Author's Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.
Example:
Smith, John. The History of the Modern World. New York: Random House, 2003.
Journal Articles
Citations for journal articles in the Chicago citation style include the following elements:
- Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Journal Volume Number (Year of Publication): page numbers.
Example:
Johnson, Mary. "The Rise of Women's Rights." Journal of Women's Studies 6 (2010): 45-50.
Websites
Citations for websites in the Chicago citation style include the following elements:
- Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Website Name. URL. Date of Access.
Example:
Brown, David. "The Future of Technology." Tech Review, http://www.techreview.com/futureoftech.html. Accessed June 1, 2020.
Newspaper Articles
Citations for newspaper articles in the Chicago citation style include the following elements:
- Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Newspaper Name. Date of Publication, page numbers.
Example:
Smith, Jane. "City Council Approves New Park Project." The Daily News. May 15, 2020, A1.
Online Videos
Citations for online videos in the Chicago citation style include the following elements:
- Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Video." Website Name, URL. Date of Access.
In-text Citations
In-text citations in the Chicago citation style include the author's name and publication year in parentheses, like this: (Author's Last Name Year of Publication). If you are quoting directly, include the page number(s) as well.
Example:
According to John Smith (2003), "the history of the modern world is a complex and ever-evolving subject" (p. 12).
Reference List
The reference list in the Chicago citation style should include all sources cited in the text, listed in alphabetical order by the author's last name.
Books
- Smith, John. The History of the Modern World. New York: Random House, 2003.
- Johnson, Jane. The Art of Painting. London: Penguin, 2005.
- Brown, David. The Science of Climate Change. Washington, DC: National Academies Press, 2010.
Journal Articles
- Johnson, Mary. "The Rise of Women's Rights." Journal of Women's Studies 6 (2010): 45-50.
- Brown, David. "The Future of Technology." Tech Review 7 (2011): 23-30.
- Smith, Jane. "City Council Approves New Park Project." The Daily News 8 (2012): 12-15.
Websites
- Brown, David. "The Future of Technology." Tech Review, http://www.techreview.com/futureoftech.html. Accessed June 1, 2020.
- Johnson, Mary. "Women in Leadership." Leadership Today, http://www.leadershiptoday.com/women.html. Accessed July 1, 2020.
- Smith, Jane. "City Parks and Recreation." City of Chicago, http://www.cityofchicago.org/parks.html. Accessed August 1, 2020.
Newspaper Articles
- Smith, Jane. "City Council Approves New Park Project." The Daily News. May 15, 2020, A1.
- Johnson, Mary. "Women's Rights Rally Draws Crowd." The Times. June 20, 2020, A2.
- Brown, David. "Future of Technology Conference." The Post. July 25, 2020, A3.
Online Videos
- Brown, David. "The Future of Technology." Tech Review, http://www.techreview.com/futureoftech.html. Accessed June 1, 2020.
- Johnson, Mary. "Women in Leadership." Leadership Today, http://www.leadershiptoday.com/women.html. Accessed July 1, 2020.
- Smith, Jane. "City Parks and Recreation." City of Chicago, http://www.cityofchicago.org/parks.html. Accessed August 1, 2020.
Footnotes / Endnotes
In the Chicago style provide additional information or clarification about the text, typically numbered and appear as superscript numbers in the text
Footnotes: appear at the bottom of the page where the reference is made.
Endnotes: appear at the end of the document, rather than at the bottom of the page.
Here is an example of how to format a Chicago-style footnote/endnote in your writing:
In his book, John Smith argues that "the history of the modern world is a complex and fascinating subject."1
- John Smith, The History of the Modern World (New York: Random House, 2003), 23.
The superscript number is placed after the reference and should be in sequence with other footnotes/endnotes on the same page.
The full reference for the footnote is placed at the bottom of the page, with the number and a period before the reference.
Annotated Bibliography
The Annotated bibliography is a list of sources, including books, articles, and other types of publications, that you have used in your research or plan to use.
The Chicago style annotated bibliography provides a summary and evaluation of each source in addition to the basic bibliographic information.
Here is a guide on how to format an annotated bibliography in the Chicago style:
- Bibliographic information: Each source in the annotated bibliography should include the following information:
- Author
- Title
- Publication details (e.g., publisher, place of publication, and date of publication)
- Annotation: Each source should be followed by an annotation that provides a summary and evaluation of the source. The annotation should be approximately 150-200 words in length.
Here is an example of an annotated bibliography in the Chicago style:
Smith, John. The History of the Modern World. New York: Random House, 2003.
Smith’s book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the modern world, covering political, social, and economic events from the late 19th century to the present day. The author draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a well-rounded and detailed account of the major events and movements of the modern era. Smith’s writing is engaging and accessible, making this an excellent resource for both students and general readers.
Jones, Mary. Women in the Modern World. London: Cambridge University Press, 2006.
Jones’s book provides a detailed analysis of the role of women in the modern world, focusing on the 20th century. The author draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including letters, diaries, and government reports, to provide a nuanced and insightful account of the experiences of women during this period. Jones’s writing is well-researched and clearly presented, making this an excellent resource for students and researchers interested in the history of women.