Secret of Scent

Secret of Scent

by Luca Turin

Harper Collins · 2007 · 224 pages

Luca Turin, a physicist with a nose for the extraordinary, dives into the perplexing science of scent, unraveling the age-old debate on how we perceive fragrance. He masterfully blends the history of olfaction with cutting-edge theories, exploring whether molecular shape or vibrational energy unlocks the secrets of a rose's perfume or a garlic's pungency. This book is a captivating journey for anyone curious about the invisible world of molecules and the profound impact they have on our senses.

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