Perfume. The Creation and Allure of Classic Fragrance.
New York: Crescent Books, 1995. First edition, first impression (full number line). Quarto, cloth boards, dustjacket, many colour illus, pp 160. Near fine condition.
A lavishly illustrated study of perfume. "Perfume" is the first definitive account of our attempt to express ourselves through our sense of smell. It examines the entire subject, following the development, creation, makers and material that go into a new perfume, its image and the people who wear it, the worldwide influence of the perfume industry and its close ties to fashion. More people are are aware of the magic, mystique and power of fragance than ever before. The author of "Perfume", Susan Irvine, has won the perfume industry's prestigious Jasmine Award four times. Item #105876
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