How to quote a book that only has chapter titles?
In cases where a published book lacks a distinctive main title, citation focuses on identifiable components, primarily chapter/section titles. Citing such material is feasible using established bibliographic conventions for untitled works.
Key principles involve identifying the source book's author(s)/editor(s), publication date, and publisher as usual. The chapter or section title functions as the primary reference point within the citation structure. Include pagination for the specific section cited where available and relevant. Always verify the style guide (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago) governing your writing for precise formatting requirements, including italics usage for the book title surrogate. Clear attribution relies on unambiguously distinguishing the chapter title from the main publication details.
To implement this, structure the citation template as follows: [Chapter Author Last Name, First Name if available and applicable. "Chapter Title."] In *Book Title*, edited by [Editor First Name Last Name] if applicable, [Page range]. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year. For example: Smith, Jane. "The Unnamed Journey." In *Collected Essays*, edited by Alan Brown, 45-67. London: Academic Press, 2023. Prioritize the chapter title accurately.
