How to Cite a Pamphlet in MLA 9th edition

Brochures, pamphlets, and leaflets.

Example in MLA 9th edition

Paine, Thomas. Common Sense. Robert Bell, 1776.
In-text (Paine)

What MLA 9th edition includes

These are the details of the example above that the style prints, so they are the ones to collect for your own source.

  • Pamphlet Title
  • Author(s)
  • Publisher/Organization
  • Date Published

Note the title, author or issuing organization, publication date, and any identifying number. Include where the pamphlet can be accessed.

The formatting comes from the style's own file, so check the finer points against your guide. What to check by hand in MLA 9th edition.

A Pamphlet in other styles

APA 7th edition Chicago 18th edition (notes and bibliography) Harvard (Cite Them Right 12th edition) IEEE Vancouver

Other sources in MLA 9th edition

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