Williams, David
Perfumes of Yesterday
- ISBN 13:
- 9781870228275
- author:
- Williams, David
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Micelle Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 16.2 x 23.9 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Technology & Engineering, Engineering,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Perfumes of Yesterday by David G. Williams provides a fascinating account of the development of perfumery in Britain and Europe over two centuries. From the late seventeenth century to the early twentieth, this book explores the evolution of perfumery, focusing particularly on the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The author has gathered historical recipes for perfumes and toilet waters from published articles and books dating back to the 1920s, offering a unique insight into the past. These recipes, some dating as far back as the eighteenth century, provide a glimpse into the early days of perfumery when chemistry was still in its infancy. By studying these historical examples, readers can gain a better understanding of how modern fragrances came to be. This book offers a valuable study of the old and simple perfumes that have shaped the industry into what it is today.
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