G. Tyler Miller

Scott Spoolman

In the new edition of LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT, authors Tyler Miller and Scott Spoolman continue to work with the National Geographic Society in developing a text designed to equip students with the inspiration and knowledge they need to make a difference in solving today's environmental issues. Using sustainability as the integrating theme, LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT, 19th Edition, provides clear introductions to the multiple environmental problems that we face and balanced discussions to evaluate potential solutions. New Core Case Studies for 11 of the book’s 25 chapters bring important real-world stories to the forefront; new questions added to the captions of figures that involve data graphs give students additional practice evaluating data; and a new focus on learning from nature includes coverage of principles and applications of biomimicry in most chapters. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Living in the Environment

Featuring captivating photos and illustrations from National Geographic, Miller/Spoolman's LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT, 20th edition, empowers you with the knowledge and inspiration to make a difference in solving today's environmental issues. Emphasizing sustainability, the book presents clear introductions to multiple environmental problems along with balanced evaluations of potential solutions. Up-to-date coverage includes no-till farming, proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act, CRISPR gene editing, the phosphate crisis, genetically engineered foods, lithium supplies for batteries, threats to U.S. recycling, the use of economics to slow climate change and more. A focus on learning from nature highlights principles and applications of biomimicry. Exercises throughout sharpen your critical-thinking skills, while Core Case Studies give you practice applying what you've learned. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Ellen Frankel Paul

Jeffrey Paul

Fred D. Miller, Jr

The essays in this volume address questions about responsibility that arise in moral philosophy and legal theory. Some analyze different theories of causality and human agency, scouting for satisfactory resolutions to the controversies of free will and determinism, while some look at the problem of responsibility in the legal realm. Others explore libertarian views about political freedom and accountability, while still others examine the notion of partial or divided responsibility, or the relationship between responsibility and the emotions.

Responsibility: Volume 16, Part 2

Inspiring people to care about the planet. In the new edition of LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT, authors Tyler Miller and Scott Spoolman have partnered with the National Geographic Society to develop a text designed to equip students with the inspiration and knowledge they need to make a difference solving today's environmental issues. Exclusive content highlights important work of National Geographic Explorers, and features over 200 new photos, maps, and illustrations that bring course concepts to life. Using sustainability as the integrating theme, LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT 18e, provides clear introductions to the multiple environmental problems that we face and balanced discussions to evaluate potential solutions. In addition to the integration of new and engaging National Geographic content, every chapter has been thoroughly updated and 18 new Core Case Studies offer current examples of present environmental problems and scenarios for potential solutions. The concept-centered approach used in the text transforms complex environmental topics and issues into key concepts that students will understand and remember. Overall, by framing the concepts with goals for more sustainable lifestyles and human communities, students see how promising the future can be and their important role in shaping it. offers additional exclusive National Geographic content, including high-quality videos on important environmental problems and efforts being made to address them. Team up with Mller/Spoolman's, LIVING IN THE ENVIRONMENT and the National Geographic Society to offer your students the most inspiring introduction to environmental science available! Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

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