Betörende Düfte, sinnliche Aromen

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Chemistry, General Chemistry
Cover of the book Betörende Düfte, sinnliche Aromen by Georg Schwedt, Wiley
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Georg Schwedt ISBN: 9783527641185
Publisher: Wiley Publication: March 8, 2012
Imprint: Wiley-VCH Language: German
Author: Georg Schwedt
ISBN: 9783527641185
Publisher: Wiley
Publication: March 8, 2012
Imprint: Wiley-VCH
Language: German

Why do we find some aromas pleasant, sensual or even bewitching, while we turn our nose up at others? Top-selling author Georg Schwedt teaches scientifically-minded readers about scents and perfumes, aromas and spices. In a clever mixture of exact science and entertaining information he describes the manifold facets of the chemistry behind aromas. Topics range from the physiology of smelling, via methods of extracting scents and the creation of ethereal oils right up to such perfume icons as Chanel No. 5 or Tosca. Along the way Schwedt he uncovers fascinating facts from the culture and science of yesteryear and combines these with the latest results from chemistry. As a result, the reader learns about ancient Egyptian methods for making perfume and about the therapeutic use of scents, which can also be experienced in perfume museums.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Why do we find some aromas pleasant, sensual or even bewitching, while we turn our nose up at others? Top-selling author Georg Schwedt teaches scientifically-minded readers about scents and perfumes, aromas and spices. In a clever mixture of exact science and entertaining information he describes the manifold facets of the chemistry behind aromas. Topics range from the physiology of smelling, via methods of extracting scents and the creation of ethereal oils right up to such perfume icons as Chanel No. 5 or Tosca. Along the way Schwedt he uncovers fascinating facts from the culture and science of yesteryear and combines these with the latest results from chemistry. As a result, the reader learns about ancient Egyptian methods for making perfume and about the therapeutic use of scents, which can also be experienced in perfume museums.

More books from Wiley

Cover of the book Reverse Engineering Deals on Wall Street with Microsoft Excel by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Donor-Centered Planned Gift Marketing by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Psychology Statistics For Dummies by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Acid Gas Extraction for Disposal and Related Topics by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Advanced Electric Drives by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Materials and Skills for Historic Building Conservation by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Hygienegerechte Apparate und Anlagen by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Seismic Vulnerability of Structures by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Fluid Dynamics of Oil and Gas Reservoirs by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Mastering Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Explaining the Normative by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Coaching Into Greatness by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Recent Climate Change Impacts on Mountain Glaciers by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book Principles and Applications of Tribology by Georg Schwedt
Cover of the book The New Advisor for Life by Georg Schwedt
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy