Baharia Oasis

Name: Baharia Oasis
Author: John Ball

By John Ball

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The report presents results of a detailed topographical and geological survey of a Libyan Desert oasis, including mapping procedures and traverses, descriptions of roads linking the oasis to the Nile and neighboring depressions, and measurements of elevations and water sources. It documents surface and subsurface geology—chalky and siliceous Eocene limestones, interbedded marls and sands, and fossil‑bearing beds with abundant nummulites—and interprets local stratigraphy and structural features such as synclines, escarpments and anticlines. Chapters describe settlement patterns, water‑supply observations and antiquities, and the text is supported by maps, sections and photographic plates that illustrate the field data and interpretations.

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John Ball

John Ball was a noted naturalist and geographer whose work primarily focused on the exploration and study of various regions, including South America and North Africa. He is recognized for his contributions to the understanding of geography and geology, particularly in his influential texts such as "Notes of a Naturalist in South America" and "Problems of the Libyan Desert." Ball's writings reflect his keen observations and insights into the natural world, making significant contributions to the fields of natural history and geography. His explorations and findings continue to be of interest to scholars and enthusiasts of the natural sciences.