"For courses in oceanography. Dive in to oceanography with trusted content and innovative media As the bestselling brief book in the oceanography market, Essentials of oceanography combines dynamic visuals and a student-friendly narrative to bring oceanography to life. The text's engaging features and the extensive suite of animations and videos keep students interested and excited about the material. The 13th Edition creates an interactive learning experience that provides tightly integrated text and digital offerings to make oceanography approachable and digestible for students. An emphasis on the process of science throughout the text provides students with an understanding of how scientists think and work. The new edition also helps students develop the scientific skill of practicing and interpreting data with new exploring data features supported by mastering oceanography coaching activities. A new creature feature provides fun facts about marine animals to engage students." -- Provided by publisher.