Essence And Alchemy: A Book Of Perfume
Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9780756774691 (0756774691)
Publish date: February 1st 2004
Publisher: Diane Pub Co
Pages no: 244
Edition language: English
This was one of the first books I read on the history of perfume and perfume making. I think it is an excellent blend of 'story' and fact. The art and science of perfumery is fascinating. As is the long history of fragrance in human society. I love it. Aftel captures the fact, the history, the s...