When a specific chapter (or other titled part of a book) is cited in the notes, the author’s name is followed by the title of the chapter (or other part), followed by in, followed by the title of the book. The chapter title is enclosed in quotation marks.
The title of the book is italicised.
In a note, cite specific pages. In the bibliography include the page range for the chapter or part.
For more information, see the author, title and dates section.
| Type | Format |
|---|---|
| Elements of citation |
Author -- Title of chapter in inverted commas -- Title of book italicised -- Editor -- Publication details -- Pinpoint In Chicago 18th page ranges for the chapter is no longer required in the bibliography entry. (14.8) |
| Footnote |
8. Alison Richard, “Human Footprints,” in The Sloth Lemur’s Song: Madagascar from the Deep Past to the Uncertain Present (University of Chicago Press, 2022), 148. |
| Bibliography |
Richard, Alison. “Human Footprints.” In The Sloth Lemur’s Song: Madagascar from the Deep Past to the Uncertain Present. University of Chicago Press, 2022. |
| EndNote reference type |
For a print book and an ebook with page numbers use "Book Section" For an ebook section use "Electronic Book Section" |
| Type | Format |
|---|---|
| Elements of citation |
Author -- Title of chapter in inverted commas -- Title of book italicised -- Editor -- Publication details -- Pinpoint In Chicago 18th page ranges for the chapter is no longer required in the bibliography entry. (14.9) |
| Footnote |
103. Ruth A. Miller, “Posthuman,” in Critical Terms for the Study of Gender, ed. Catharine R. Stimpson and Gilbert Herdt (University of Chicago Press, 2014), 325. |
| Bibliography | Miller, Ruth A. “Posthuman.” In Critical Terms for the Study of Gender, edited by Catharine R. Stimpson and Gilbert Herdt. University of Chicago Press, 2014. |
| EndNote reference type | The EndNote referencing style for "Book Section" tested by the Library did not reflect Chicago 18th notes-bibliography style. Do not use. |