Print Reference Works

35. Entry in an encyclopedia, dictionary, thesaurus, handbook, or almanac Begin your citation with the name of the author or, if the entry is unsigned, the title of the entry. Proceed with the date, the entry title (if not already given), the title of the reference work, the edition number, and the pages. If the contents of the reference work are arranged alphabetically, omit the volume and page numbers.

Wade-Matthews, M., & Thompson, W. (2011). String quartet. In The encyclopedia of music: Musical instruments and the art of music-making. Leicester, England: Anness.

36. Government publication Give the name of the department, office, agency, or committee that issued the report as the author. If the document has a report or special file number, place that in parentheses after the title.

Veterans Affairs Department. (2012). Federal benefits for veterans, dependents, and survivors 2012. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office.

37. Brochure or pamphlet Format the entry as you would a book (see items 15–18); insert “n.d.” if there is no publication date.

UNESCO. (n.d.). The world heritage brochure. Paris: Author.