Citing Serials
Janice R. Walker · The Serials Librarian · 1998
Summary This article examines in detail the major citation styles as they apply to electronic sources and to online serial publications. The examination reveals difficulties with all of the major styles. The author, therefore, briefly explains an approach that translates the elements of online sources into those needed for citation of these sources in print or electronic formats. This element approach allows authors to translate the necessary information to cite electronic sources in any style.