How to Cite Translated Book in MLA

• Tomas Elliott (MA)
• Published on 01/30/2024

In the MLA style, citing a translated book follows a specific format to ensure clarity and consistency. This guide will walk you through the steps of citing a translated book in MLA, providing examples to make the process easier.

HOW TO FORMAT TRANSLATED BOOK

• Contributors: Begin by listing the names of the contributors, whether they are individual authors, corporate entities, or organizations.
• Title of the Work: Italicize the title of the work (book, article, etc.) and capitalize major words.
• Translator’s Name (if applicable): If there is a translator, include their name after the title. Follow the same format as the contributor’s name.
• Version of the Work (if applicable): If there is a specific version or edition, mention it after the translator’s or editor’s name.
• Publisher: Provide the name of the publisher after the version.
• Publication Date: The original publication date of the work.
• DOI (if applicable): If available, include the DOI to facilitate online source retrieval.

Acknowledge Multiple Translators: If a translated book involves more than one translator, it’s important to acknowledge each contributor in your citation. Include the names of all translators after the title, emphasizing their role in bringing the work into the target language. Note the Edition of the Translated Book: If the translated book has multiple editions, it’s essential to specify the edition in your citation. Mentioning the edition helps readers access the exact version of the translated work you are referencing.

MLA TRANSLATED BOOK CITATION EXAMPLES

Let’s go through a couple of examples to illustrate the citation format: