To cite an encyclopedia entry, you need a few pieces of information. The world book encyclopedia national library of australia. Dec 31, 2017 the world book encyclopedia was, and is, the most popular encyclopedia for the general audience, at least in the united states of america. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. Examples are not doublespaced, but your works cited list should be doublespaced. The world book was tricked up with glossy paper that was like velvet to the touch unlike that dry paper ol unglossy britannica, lots of dynamic.
Comptons pictured encyclopedia full set vol 115 1958 az. The elements of the citation are separated by commas. How to cite an encyclopedia mla citation guide bibme. How to cite a encyclopedia article in harvard style. The world book encyclopedia, 1995 by world book, inc, december 1994, world book edition, hardcover in english. It was the pepsi generation and the world book encyclopedia was not your grandads old britannica sassafras soda. To learn more about how to request items watch this short online video. World book online, from the publishers of the world book encyclopedia, provides access over 31,000 encyclopedia articles, 6,000 web links, 25,000 periodical articles, 800 animations and sounds, 400 interactive maps, 100 3d bubble views, and much more.
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Be sure to include the name of author if given, the name of the article, the name of the reference book, the edition, and the year of publication. A modern, authoritative reference for home and school use. Research tools include my research to save your searching results, citation builder to cite. Factfinding skills are more important today than ever, which is why the world book encyclopedia continues to be the foundation of libraries and learning institutions across the globe. World book encyclopedia 2018 the 2018 edition of the world book encyclopedia is your pass to a world of learning and exploration. According to the 6th edition of the apa manual, an online encyclopedia falls under the general heading of electronic sources. The world book encyclopedia, volume i internet archive. I am doing a mla citation paper and i really really really need to know the author of authors of the world book encyclopedia. Oxford encyclopedia of the modern world edited by peter n. For help with other source types, like books, pdfs, or websites, check out our other guides. World book publishes 2014 edition of its popular encyclopedia.
Encyclopedia of world biography edition 2 by suzanne. Book with no author apa style guide libguides at indian. Instantly access the largest library of historical. As the first woman candidate for vice president of the united states in a major party, geraldine anne ferraro expanded opportunities for women in national politics. An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and high school students. It helps middle school students develop, maintain, and retain knowledge for the long term. It combines technology, data, and an intelligent algorithm to provide a personalized learning experience that drives students to. Citation examples apa format print and nonprint beginning page 5 all entries on a references page should be doublespaced. The 2019 edition of the world book encyclopedia is your pass to a world of learning and exploration. The world book encyclopedia, 2016, has 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts. Also, since online encyclopedia entries dont usually include the authors name, the listing should begin with the. The equivalent resource for the older apa 6 style can be found here.
Publisher, scott fetzer company, a subsidiary of berkshire hathaway. The world book encyclopedia is the only general az print research source still. Titles of an article, chapter, or web page should be placed in double quotation marks. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index. The print series nonfiction series is a set that provides readers with general reference, resource for students to master research skills.
Parents, teachers, and librarians consistently rank the world book encyclopedia the best general reference source because of its easytouse format that students find so appealing. World book encyclopedia is pleased to introduce the american reference library, an unprecedented collection of more than 55,000 documents covering over 700 years of american history and political science. Buy a cheap copy of the world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corporation staff. The american psychological association, or apa, format is a common means of citation in the social sciences. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. World book encyclopedia 2015 edition, classic binding 22 volumes. World book publishes 2014 edition of its popular encyclopedia updated edition offers 2,000 new and revised articles, qr codes to connect print and digital. World book also publishes childrens nonfiction and picture books under the bright connections media imprint, and educational development and supplemental instructional resources through. The best encyclopedia is the one that gets used and world book has expended much effort studying the habits of readers, school curricula, and patterns of classroom use to ensure that this encyclopedia is one that will indeed be used. When you use encyclopedia as your reference, you have to cite it properly. The world book encyclopedia world book, inc a 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing. Encyclopedia a book or a series of books used for reference on a range of materials or numerous information typically around one subject. Stearns through its fluent global coverage, the oxford encyclopedia of the modern world provides information about major world developments from 1750 to the present, with close attention to social, economic, cultural, and political topics. The world book encyclopedia, b, volume 2 internet archive.
Events of 2003 annual supplement to the world book encyclopedia by inc. Each volume title question represents an imaginative idea or adventure kids might think about trying to do in the real world. For more than 2,000 years encyclopaedias have existed as summaries. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. For more information about book citations, see page 203 of the apa manual, 6th ed. Because the 7 th edition of the apa publication manual heavily emphasizes digital and electronic sources, it does not contain explicit instructions for. Book news wrote about a previous edition of this classic reference. Exlibrary, with usual stamps and markings, in good all round condition. The world book year book, 1995 by world book encyclopedia. If you know the author of the encyclopedias name, write that first, followed by a comma and the year of publication, like smith, 2019. See more ideas about world book encyclopedia, world and books.
World book encyclopedias american reference library on cd. World book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational. Today, the company claims that world book is the most uptodate commercial encyclopedia, with over 2,500 pages of more than 14,000 updated in 2016. Encyclopaedia, also spelled encyclopedia, reference work that contains information on all branches of knowledge or that treats a particular branch of knowledge in a comprehensive manner. Footnote and endnote citations for encyclopedias differ from book citations. World book encyclopedia online charlotte mecklenburg library. To have your reference list or bibliography automatically made for you, try our free citation generator. Citing encyclopedias in cms chicago manual of style is essential within the paper writing process.
If it is a less familiar reference book, especially one that only had one edition, give full publication information, including the city of publication and the publisher. Oxford encyclopedia of the modern world oxford reference. Retrieved february 15, 2005, from ebsco animals database. All content is posted anonymously by employees working at world book. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia. A modern reference library of unified knowledge for the parent, student and young reader. The world book was first published in 1917 and revised annually from 1925. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22 hard cover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts. The world book encyclopedia, 1989 by book, incorporated world. In 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts, the encyclopedia set provides the most uptodate information in formats speciallytailored for schoolaged learners. Get information and homework help with millions of articles in our free, online library. List the url or doi for encyclopedia found on the web. From its inception in 1917, it was designed to be more accessible than most encyclopedias, and by the time of my childhood, it had fulfilled this destiny by being the standard encyclopedia in most schools, written in a style understood by a middle school. To save space, our examples have not been doublespaced.
Dec 03, 2008 who is the author of the world book encyclopedia. World book wizard is a new curriculumaligned adaptive learning tool that emulates the studentteacher experience. The world book encyclopedia of people and places series. The citation style isnt difficult, but it does differ somewhat from mla, the chicago manual. The world book encyclopedia set 1923 rare 9 volumes missing vol. Editions of the world book encyclopedia by world book inc. Book with no author, no editor the theory of care, 1978. Every year, world books editors refresh the encyclopedia by adding new and timely articles as well as updating articles of continuing relevance. Mla subject encyclopedia or dictionary entry citation. Titles of a periodical, book, report, or brochure should be italicized.
To cite an encyclopedia in text using apa, place a parenthetical citation at the end of the sentence youre using the source in. How to cite encyclopedias citation guide research guides. The world book encyclopedia volume 2 b and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. World book encyclopedia, american encyclopaedia designed to meet the curriculum needs of elementary through highschool students. Examples do not show indented lines after the first line, but yours should be indented. Editors design world book articles especially to meet the reference and study needs of students in elementary school, junior high school, and high school. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide. Here is the general construction of an encyclopedia citation in a footnote or endnote. Buy the world book year book, 1995 by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. As such, the online encyclopedia reference should include the associated url. The citation style isnt difficult, but it does differ somewhat from mla, the chicago manual, and other citation styles.
World book online reference center the new york public. This page reflects the latest version of the apa publication manual i. May 05, 2018 she was talking about the 2018 world book encyclopedia set. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most accessible and usable form. World book encyclopia 2018 contains timely new articles and revised articles of continuing relevance. Mondales running mate in 1984 broke a gender barrier that had lasted for over two hundred years. Parents, teachers, and librarians consistently rank the world book encyclopedia the best general reference source because of its easytouse format that. The world book encyclopedia, 1995 december 1994 edition.
This encyclopedia features concise entries providing essential information on a range of subjects, including world affairs, science and technology, the arts. Mar 19, 2012 world book and childcraft products of yesteryear. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. Citing the author one author intext citation reference. The print edition of the world book encyclopedia is available in the rose main reading room under call number rrmrr ae5. Encyclopedia center encyclopedias from britannica, oxford. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia alibris. Print books author, none citation maker the american renaissance. Use the following template to cite a encyclopedia article using the harvard citation style. How to cite encyclopedias chicago citation guide bibme. The world book encyclopedia vol 8 g by world book, inc, 1987, world book edition, in english. Encyclopaedia reference work encyclopedia britannica. As with any encyclopedia, the world book has information about almost any topic one can think of. There is no need to write publishers, company or inc.
We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. This article will cover the apa encyclopedia citation guides and formats. Dec, 2014 ssn volune17 the world book encyclopedia world book, inc. World book editors present information in a clear, direct style that makes each article readable. Encyclopedia name, publisher, year, published, pages. World book includes bibliographical references and index an encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students. How to cite an online encyclopedia in apa format pen and.
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