Understanding Capitalization Rules for Medieval Terminology and Literary Works
This guide provides clear rules for capitalizing terms related to the Middle Ages. It emphasizes that "Middle Ages" should be capitalized, while "medieval" as an adjective remains lowercase. It also clarifies the treatment of "Church" and "Bible," advising lowercase usage unless they denote official names. Additionally, the capitalization rules for titles, such as italicizing lengthy works and using quotation marks for shorter pieces, are outlined. This resource is invaluable for writers, students, and enthusiasts of medieval literature.
Understanding Capitalization Rules for Medieval Terminology and Literary Works
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DEFINITION ESSAY Capitalization heads up
Medieval capitalization • Capitalization. "Middle Ages" is capitalized, but "medieval" is not. • Source: http://www.medievalacademy.org/speculum/speculum_submissions.htm • Do not capitalize “medieval” as an adjective, but do if replacing it as the time period (Middle Ages)
He is a medieval writer. • He wrote during the Medieval times.
Other • "Church" is generally lowercased, unless it is part of the official name of a denomination or building, or unless it refers to the universal Church. • "Bible" is capitalized, but "biblical" is not.
TITLE MARKS • General rule • Lengthy, full-length pieces are italicized • “Short pieces, chapter titles, poetry and excerpts are generally in quotation marks” • Example: • The Canterbury Tales • “The Pardoner’s Tale”
