Reports from the Survey of the Dakhleh Oasis 1977-1987

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This survey encompasses archaeological, anthropological, and biological aspects, offering a comprehensive introduction to the Oasis. Key topics include geomorphology, stratigraphy, paleontology, recent biology, and the lithic cultures of the Pleistocene and Holocene, alongside pottery from Neolithic Islamic times and Roman Period settlements. The contents feature contributions from various authors, addressing the geography, geology, and geoarchaeology of the Dakhleh Oasis, as well as insights into the late Cretaceous vertebrate fauna. The study also explores soil fungi, flora, vegetation, and paleobotany, alongside reports on Pleistocene archaeology and prehistory. Further discussions include Neolithic cultural adaptations, Holocene faunas, and notes on the recent fauna. The survey examines the presence of Pharaonic Egyptians and the pathological conditions of human remains found in the Oasis. It also emphasizes the importance of conservation and preservation of monuments and objects. Additionally, it includes an architectural survey of the Romano-Byzantine town at Ismant el-Kharab and details on pottery manufacture. Appendices provide a bibliography, a list of archaeological sites indexed by the Dakhleh Oasis Project, and a compilation of prehistoric archaeological localities surveyed.