Essentials of Oceanography

Essentials of Oceanography, 9th Edition, is an introductory marine science textbook designed for students exploring earth systems. Authors Tom S. Garrison and Robert Ellis examine interdisciplinary marine processes and physical features of global waters across 368 pages of structured instruction.

The text focuses on ocean ecosystems and habitats while detailing essential patterns of ocean use and natural life support. Incorporating content from the National Geographic Society, the material presents real-world oceanic observations that help students examine biological, chemical, and physical interactions within marine environments.

This English-language volume from Cengage Learning addresses fundamental academic requirements in marine science courses. It provides targeted thematic coverage to support student learning across foundational topics in oceanography.