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Cengage Advantage Books: Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (with...
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by Tom S. Garrison
Sales Rank : 63792
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Loose Leaf: 608 pages
Publisher: Brooks Cole; 6 edition December 25, 2006
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0495113441
ISBN-13: 978-0495113447
Product Dimensions:
10.7 x 8.7 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
Product Review
"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 reviewedI 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 excellentI think the author?s approach is very effective and definitely provides (the) relevance of oceanography to student(s?) livesThis 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
Loose Leaf
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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