Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (Hardcover)

by Tom S. Garrison (Author)

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"I prefer the Garrison text in most cases over the textbook I am currently using. I find the Garrison text to be equivalent )to) or better than other textbooks I have reviewed...I found the writing style to be very readable and engaging. This textbook does not always read like a textbook....What I really like are the sample questions from students and the critical thinking questions provided at the end of each chapter. I think the figures and images in the chapters I reviewed were truly excellent...I think the author’s approach is very effective and definitely provides (the) relevance of oceanography to student(s’) lives...This text provides timely examples that enhance the material. I think it is overall an excellent textbook that presents material that is extremely accessible to students coming from varied backgrounds."

"It is by far the most accurate treatment of introductory oceanography that I have ever seen."

"I think Garrison does an outstanding job!...I think this is a great book. The writing style is easy and simple to understand; the level at which topics are covered is perfect. When my students heard that I was reviewing a few chapters of the book, they asked me to tell the author that his book is one of the best they ever used, and that not only had they already gone through all of it, (so had) their roommate/ best friend/ child/ wife, etc"

"Garrison’s text is better in almost every respect (than my current text)...His illustrations are better and the historical perspective he presents is very helpful in demonstrating how science works and progresses."

"Garrison makes learning about Oceanography a splash!" --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Description
The ocean affects all aspects of our lives--Tom Garrison will show you how in this new edition of OCEANOGRAPHY: AN INVITATION TO MARINE SCIENCE. Garrison takes you on a vivid exploration of the ocean--from submarine canyons to zooplankton, global warming, the growing plastics problem, and our changing coastlines--and explains oceanography's most important concepts. Garrison's friendly approach helps you understand the complexities involved in how we study and use the ocean. You'll explore topics like Hurricane Katrina; the devastating December 2004 earthquake in the Indian Ocean and the resulting tsunami; the Moon and its connection to the ocean; the power of the ocean to influence weather; and uses and abuses of the ocean. Gain an understanding of the wonders of the sea and the scientific questions that surround it with this fascinating text!

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 608 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 6 edition (January 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 049511913X
• ISBN-13: 978-0495119135
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #227,995 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best textbook I've ever read., March 15, 1999

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This review is from: Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (Hardcover)

This textbook is very well written. It is ubnderstandible to students and others of all ages and interests. It contains intersting color pictures and graphics about the subject material for each chapter. Each chapter also contains web links to a homepage that accompanies the book. The book is full of intersting personal stories, history, theory, and facts. Dr. Garrison and all who have contributed to this book have set the standard for textbooks and integrated learning for the next decade.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of Tom Garrison's Students, August 26, 2002

By	"tradey" (Costa Mesa, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (with InfoTrac College Edition and Earth Systems Today CD-ROM) (Hardcover)

I took Tom Garrison's class at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, CA. Wonderful class! He taught along with the book and every session was both insightful and interesting. Dr. Garrison is without a match in instructional etiquette and eloquence. Indeed, this book showcases his best work on the subject. Read the book... Be educated by the diagrams and charts... Be taken back at the amazing realms of life under the ocean... And most of all, be in awe of a marvelous earth (or "Oceanus") that is in great need of our consideration right now. Otherwise we end up dead like the aliens... Oops.. I hope I did't give a way the ending! If you have few bucks, come and take the class at OCC. You will be so glad you did. Just don't come in late through one of the side doors, or leave your cell phone on. He can't STAND those things! It drives him CRAZY!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oceanography is fun, December 3, 2008

By	Maria Clara "I read for fun" (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (with CengageNOW Printed Access Card) (Hardcover)

I bought this book for my Oceanography class and compared to other Oceanography texts I've come across, this book is definitely more concise and better organized.