Essentials of Ecology

by G. Tyler Miller Jr., Scott Spoolman

“Inspiring people to care about the planet.” In the new edition of ESSENTIALS OF ECOLOGY, 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 100 new photos, maps, and illustrations that bring course concepts to life. Using sustainability as the integrating theme, ESSENTIALS OF ECOLOGY 7e, covers scientific principles and concepts, ecosystems, evolution, biodiversity, population ecology, and more. In addition to the integration of new and engaging National Geographic content, every chapter has been thoroughly updated and 6 new Core Case Studies offer current examples of 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.
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Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Ecology

400 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2002

About the author

G. Tyler Miller Jr. has written or co-authored 60 editions of various textbooks for introductory courses in environmental science, basic ecology, energy, and environmental chemistry. Since 1975, Miller's books have been the most widely used textbooks for environmental science in the United States and throughout the world. Miller has a PhD from the University of Virginia and has received two honorary doctorate degrees for his contributions to environmental education. He taught college for 20 years and developed an innovative interdisciplinary undergraduate science program before deciding to write environmental science textbooks full time in 1975.

Reviews

[Tori · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yet another textbook that I actually enjoyed reading and found useful enough that I didn't sell it back. Mine unfortunately did not come with the InfoTrac access card. I was disappointed.

[Linda · Rating 3 out of 5]

For a textbook, it had a lot of interesting information. Combined with the class, I care just a little more about our crazy plant than I did four months ago.

[Avid Reader and Geek Girl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kind of simple for a college textbook, but it was a 100-level class.