What's new in the Chicago Manual of Style (18th edition), with Russell Harper and Mary Laur
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Evolving Capitalization Rules in Style Guides
This chapter examines recent modifications to capitalization rules in the Chicago Manual of Style, particularly the decision to capitalize longer prepositions in titles. It explores the reasoning behind these changes and contrasts them with traditional practices, showcasing examples that illustrate the ongoing dialogue within editorial standards. The discussion also touches on the complexities of hyphenation, the N-dash, and the interrelationships between different style guides.
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