Descriptive Physical Oceanography, Fifth Edition
'... This is an excellent book, maintaining and improving on the high standard of previous editions..'  Ocean Challenge 1991'...the book is a bargain. I have owned a copy of the first edition since 1968; however I intend having a copy of the fourth edition for my personal collection; I recommend that others follow suit.'Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic SciencesI have just finished teaching an introductory undergraduate survey course in physical oceanography using the new edition of Pickard's splendid book. Although I am not unprejudiced (since I have used the first edition for about four years), both editions have been a joy to use.''Any person wanting an introduction to the subject would do well to read this book.'Choice