The Chicago Manual of Style
Cover of the 18th edition (2024) | |
| Original title | Manual of style: Being a compilation of the typographical rules in force at the University of Chicago Press, to which are appended specimens of type in use |
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| Language | English |
| Genre | Style guide |
| Publisher | University of Chicago Press |
Publication date | 1906–2024 |
| Publication place | United States |
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| Pages | 1,192 (18th edition) |
| ISBN | 978-0-226-81797-2 |
| 808.02/70973 | |
| LC Class | Z253 .U69 2024 |
| Website | The Chicago Manual of Style Online |
The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) is a style guide for American English published since 1906 by the University of Chicago Press. Its 18 editions (the most recent in 2024) have prescribed writing and citation styles widely used in publishing.
The guide specifically focuses on American English and deals with aspects of editorial practice, including grammar and usage, as well as document preparation and formatting. It is available in print as a hardcover book, and by subscription as a searchable website. The online version provides some free resources, primarily aimed at teachers, students, and libraries.