The Book of Perfumes (Classic Reprint)

Eugene Rimmel

ISBN 10: 0282235108 / ISBN 13: 9780282235109

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating history of perfumes and cosmetics, tracing their use from ancient civilizations to the 19th century. The author explores the diverse roles of scents and beautification practices in various cultures, spanning from the Egyptians and Jews to the Assyrians, Greeks, Romans, and Eastern societies. The text delves into the fascinating details of how perfumes were intertwined with religious rituals, funerary rites, and personal adornment. Readers will embark on a historical journey, discovering the significance of fragrance in ancient Egypt, where it was used in offerings to the gods, the embalming process, and daily life. The exploration continues with the adoption of perfumery by the Jews after their exodus from Egypt, and their incorporation of scents into religious practices and personal hygiene. The book further delves into the opulence of the Assyrian empire, where perfumes played a crucial role in religious ceremonies and the lavish lifestyles of its people. The author's insightful analysis extends to the customs of various other ancient civilizations, highlighting the universal human desire for beauty and the cultural significance of aromatic adornment. By shedding light on the historical evolution and multifaceted uses of perfumes and cosmetics, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the enduring allure of scents and their profound impact on human civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Book of Perfumes (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282235108
• ISBN 13: 9780282235109
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Customs and Traditions

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Synopsis

This book delves into the captivating history of perfumes and cosmetics, tracing their use from ancient civilizations to the 19th century. The author explores the diverse roles of scents and beautification practices in various cultures, spanning from the Egyptians and Jews to the Assyrians, Greeks, Romans, and Eastern societies. The text delves into the fascinating details of how perfumes were intertwined with religious rituals, funerary rites, and personal adornment. Readers will embark on a historical journey, discovering the significance of fragrance in ancient Egypt, where it was used in offerings to the gods, the embalming process, and daily life. The exploration continues with the adoption of perfumery by the Jews after their exodus from Egypt, and their incorporation of scents into religious practices and personal hygiene. The book further delves into the opulence of the Assyrian empire, where perfumes played a crucial role in religious ceremonies and the lavish lifestyles of its people. The author's insightful analysis extends to the customs of various other ancient civilizations, highlighting the universal human desire for beauty and the cultural significance of aromatic adornment. By shedding light on the historical evolution and multifaceted uses of perfumes and cosmetics, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the enduring allure of scents and their profound impact on human civilization.