Essential Environment: The Science behind the Stories, Fourth Edition engages students with integrated central case studies that provide students with a tangible framework for understanding science in a brief 18-chapter text. Jay Withgott and new co-author Matt Laposata present the latest coverage o f environmental science and introduce new FAQ sections to address common student misconceptions. Now with MasteringEnvironmentalScience# including activities written by the authors, your students will arrive better prepared for class.