How to Cite a Poem in OSCOLA (4th edition)
Learn how to cite poems, verse, and poetry from anthologies or collections in OSCOLA format (4th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
OSCOLA Bibliography Format
Here is the standard OSCOLA format for citing a poem in your bibliography:
OSCOLA Example for a Poem
A complete OSCOLA reference for a poem, formatted by the official OSCOLA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:
Whitcombe I, “Reading Room at Dusk” in Owen Pratt (ed), Collected Poems, 1990-2010 (Lakeshore Press 2012)
Matching in-text citation: Iris Whitcombe, “Reading Room at Dusk” in Owen Pratt (ed), Collected Poems, 1990-2010 (Lakeshore Press 2012).
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your poem.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the OSCOLA (4th edition) template shown above.
- Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
- Add to your bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
- Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match OSCOLA requirements.
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