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Citing Sources: MLA

What is MLA Style?

MLA citation style was created by the Modern Language Association. It is most commonly used for citing sources in the Humanities, which includes: Art, Architecture, Literature, History, Philosophy, etc.

MLA Style: Library Resources

MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers by Modern Language Association of America
Call Number: LB2369.G53 2009
Also available at Ref LB2369.G53 2009 and Ref Desk LB2369.G53 2009
MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly Publishing by Modern Language Association of America
Call Number: PN147.G444 2008
Also available at Ref PN147.G444 2008 and Ref Desk PN147.G444 2008

MLA Style: Web Resources

Purdue OWL: MLA Formatting and Style Guide
Offers examples for the general format of MLA research papers, in-text citations, endnotes/footnotes, and the Works Cited page.
Ohio State University: MLA Style Guide
Includes details on citing articles, electronic resources, books, television programs, and sound recordings.
Long Island University: MLA Citation Style Guide
Provides guidelines and examples for citing various sources using MLA.