Givaudan: An Odyssey of Perfumes and Flavors
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Givaudan: An Odyssey of Perfumes and Flavors
By (Author) Annick Le Gurer
Contributions by Caroline Champion
Contributions by Brigitte Proust
Abrams
Abrams
1st May 2016
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
History of specific companies / corporate history
Fashion and textile design
History of art
Photographs: collections
668.54
Physical Properties
Hardback
232
Width 316mm, Height 260mm, Spine 32mm
1820g
Description
For 250 years, Givaudan has created perfumes and flavors of the highest quality, innovating and inspiring trends in scent and taste. Dior, Saint Laurent, and Prada turned to Givaudan to create J'adore, Opium, Infusion d'iris, and more. Here, scientists, philosophers, and historians explore the history and science of perfumes and flavors. Stunning photo-essays reveal the beauty of harvests around the world - the sources of Givaudan's creations. The book reveals the ways in which tastes and scents engage the senses and enhance life.
Author Bio
Annick Le Gu\u00e9rer is the author of Scent: The Mysterious and Essential Powers of Smell. Brigitte Proust is the author of books on the chemistry of perfume. Caroline Champion has developed new theories on the idea of taste. Sean James Rose is a French journalist. Percy Kemp's books include The Boone System.
