Environment: The Science behind the Stories is a best seller for the introductory environmental science course known for its student-friendly narrative style, its integration of real stories and case studies, and its presentation of the latest science and research. The 6th Edition features new opportunities to help students see connections between integrated case studies and the science in each chapter, and provides them with opportunities to apply the scientific process to environmental concerns.

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Jay Withgott is the primary author and has been with the book since the first edition. He is a seasoned science writer.

Matt Laposata teaches at Kennesaw State University, where over 4000 undergraduates take the Introduction to Environmental Science course each year. Matt brings a fresh, teaching�-based perspective to the book thanks to his classroom experience. Matt’s research interests are in science education and he has been a part of several NSF-funded projects specifically aimed at improving environmental science education.

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