Essence and Alchemy: A Natural History of Perfume
Mandy Aftel • Gibbs Smith • ISBN-13 978‑1586857028
Essence and Alchemy: A Natural History of Perfume
ISBN-10: 1586857029 · ISBN-13: 978‑1586857028 · 2004
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Mandy Aftel explores the historical, spiritual, and scientific dimensions of perfumery, tracing the evolution of scent from ancient rituals to modern laboratory practices. The text examines the extraction of essential oils and the complex alchemy required to transform raw botanical materials into sophisticated fragrances. Through a blend of cultural history and technical insight, the work provides a comprehensive look at the sensory art of scent composition.
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