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Essence & Alchemy: A Natural History of Perfume (Mandy Aftel)

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One of the first books on perfume I ever read, and it remains a classic. History and esoteric considerations alongside practical blending advice, still a wonderful guide after all these years.

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Essence & Alchemy: A Natural History of Perfume

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Briar

Briar

“One of the first books on perfume I ever read, and it remains a classic. History and esoteric considerations alongside practical blending advice, still a wonderful guide after all these years.”

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