Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
I want to read the book!
All characters reduced
Smell Through Ages - cover

Smell Through Ages

Neha Chopra

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

Smell Through Ages explores the fascinating, often overlooked, story of human olfaction through a scientific and historical lens. The book argues that our sense of smell isn't a fixed trait but rather a dynamic characteristic shaped by environmental shifts, cultural practices, and technological advancements. Readers will discover how early humans used smell for survival, identifying food and detecting danger, and how ancient civilizations incorporated scents like incense and perfumes into daily life.

 
The book progresses chronologically, starting with the neuroscience of smell and the olfactory experiences of prehistoric and ancient eras. It then examines the impact of urbanization and industrialization on our olfactory landscapes during the medieval and early modern periods, highlighting the rise of new and often unpleasant smells associated with growing cities.

 
The book further explores how scientific advancements revolutionized the perfume industry and influenced our perceptions of cleanliness. Drawing on diverse evidence from archaeology, history, science, and cultural studies, Smell Through Ages offers a comprehensive overview of our evolving relationship with scent. It uniquely emphasizes the dynamic interplay of biological, cultural, and technological forces, making it a valuable read for anyone curious about the hidden history of our senses and sensory perception.
Available since: 03/04/2025.
Print length: 66 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • Ecommerce Fraud Prevention - The 7 Worst Scams and How to Stop Them (10 Prevention Tools) - cover

    Ecommerce Fraud Prevention - The...

    Vines Graener

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    To complicate matters, ecommerce merchants must defend against fraud on two fronts. First, you need to safeguard your business from schemes that target merchants directly, such as fraudulent chargebacks and website impersonation. 
Additionally, it’s crucial to protect your customers from scams, as having scammers on your site can be detrimental to your reputation—even if you’re just as much a victim as they are. 
The good news is that ecommerce fraud prevention is advancing rapidly, with strategies as sophisticated as the scams themselves. In this article, we’ll explore the seven most common fraud scams in ecommerce: how they operate, the warning signs to watch for, effective defenses, and ten essential tools to enhance your security. 
Let’s dive in!
    Show book
  • ChatGPT for Nonfiction Authors - How AI Can Improve Your Writing - cover

    ChatGPT for Nonfiction Authors -...

    Acquilia Awa

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Are you a nonfiction author looking to improve your writing process? Look no further than ChatGPT! In this groundbreaking book, you'll discover how artificial intelligence and natural language processing technologies can enhance your writing and help you reach new heights of success. 
With step-by-step instructions and real-world examples, you'll learn how to use ChatGPT for research, collaboration, and even improving your writing style. You'll also explore the ethical implications of AI-generated content and discover advanced tips and tricks for customizing ChatGPT to your unique needs. 
Whether you're an experienced nonfiction writer or just starting out, ChatGPT for Nonfiction Authors is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to take their writing to the next level. So why wait? Start exploring the future of nonfiction writing today with ChatGPT!
    Show book
  • The Code of Honor - Embracing Ethics in Cybersecurity - cover

    The Code of Honor - Embracing...

    Ed Skoudis, Paul J. Maurer

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    While some professions—including medicine, law, and engineering—have wholeheartedly embraced wide-ranging codes of ethics and conduct, the field of cybersecurity continues to lack an overarching ethical standard. This vacuum constitutes a significant threat to the safety of consumers and businesses around the world, slows commerce, and delays innovation. 
 
 
 
The Code of Honor: Embracing Ethics in Cybersecurity delivers a first of its kind comprehensive discussion of the ethical challenges that face contemporary information security workers, managers, and executives. Authors Ed Skoudis, president of the SANS Technology Institute College and founder of the Counter Hack team, and Dr. Paul Maurer, president of Montreat College, explain how timeless ethical wisdom gives birth to the Cybersecurity Code which is currently being adopted by security practitioners and leaders around the world. 
 
 
 
This practical book tells numerous engaging stories that highlight ethically complex situations many cybersecurity and tech professionals commonly encounter. It also contains compelling real-world case studies—called Critical Applications—at the end of each chapter that help the listener determine how to apply the hands-on skills described in the book.
    Show book
  • Nurse Practitioner - Ace Your Nurse Practitioner Exam with Engaging High-Impact Audio Lessons! - cover

    Nurse Practitioner - Ace Your...

    Gareth Wynter

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Nurse Practitioner:  
⭐⭐Simplified Guide & Explanations Included⭐⭐ 
Are you aiming to advance in your career and enhance your understanding by successfully passing the Nurse Practitioner Exam 2024-2025? 
Looking for a thorough guide that encompasses all necessary components to ace the Nurse Practitioner Exam 2024-2025? 
Your search ends here! 
This audiobook serves as your definitive companion for deepening your understanding, applying your skills, and engaging in hands-on exercises. With this, you're fully geared for success. 
Updated for the Nurse Practitioner Exam 2024-2025 Structure. 
Key features of this enriched guide include: 
- Profound insights about the Nurse Practitioner Exam 2024-2025 Certification 
- Detailed explanation of the Nurse Practitioner field 
- Fruitful strategies for exam preparation and tackling 
Our guide is distinguished by its comprehensive coverage, which is essential for your exam victory. Concepts aren't merely skimmed; they are delved into with precision. 
Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official Nurse Practitioner entity and is purely an independent resource for your benefit. 
Designed with a clear structure and easy-to-understand language, our Nurse Practitioner Exam Guide 2024-2025 ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to dense jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and begin your journey to Nurse Practitioner Exam 2024-2025 success!
    Show book
  • Anesthesiology - Pain Management and Anesthesia in Surgery - cover

    Anesthesiology - Pain Management...

    Ava Westwood

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Anesthesiology is a specialized branch of medicine focused on pain management, patient sedation, and vital function monitoring during surgical and medical procedures. It plays a crucial role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and procedural success. Modern anesthesiology has evolved significantly from its early days when crude methods were used to alleviate pain. Today, anesthesiologists employ advanced drugs, monitoring systems, and techniques to provide precise, controlled anesthesia tailored to each patient’s needs. 
The field of anesthesiology encompasses several key areas, including general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and local anesthesia. General anesthesia induces a state of unconsciousness and is typically used for major surgeries. Regional anesthesia blocks sensation in specific regions of the body, such as spinal or epidural anesthesia used in childbirth and orthopedic procedures. Local anesthesia is used for minor surgical interventions and numbs a small, targeted area without affecting consciousness. 
Anesthesiologists are highly trained physicians who not only administer anesthesia but also manage critical care, pain control, and perioperative medicine. Their expertise extends beyond the operating room to intensive care units, pain management clinics, and emergency medicine settings. The process of anesthesia administration involves careful patient evaluation, selection of appropriate anesthetic agents, continuous monitoring, and postoperative pain control to ensure a smooth recovery.
    Show book
  • The New Empire of AI - The Future of Global Inequality - cover

    The New Empire of AI - The...

    Rachael Adams

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    As AI takes hold across the planet and wealthy nations seek to position themselves as global leaders of this new technology, the gap is widening between those who benefit from it and those who are subjugated by it. As Rachel Adams shows in this hard-hitting book, growing inequality is the single biggest threat to the transformative potential of AI. Not only is AI built on an unequal global system of power, it stands poised to entrench existing inequities, further consolidating a new age of empire. 
 
 
 
AI's impact on inequality will not be experienced in poorer countries only: it will be felt everywhere. The effects will be seen in intensified international migration as opportunities become increasingly concentrated in wealthier nations; in heightened political instability and populist politics; and in climate-related disasters caused by an industry blind to its environmental impact across supply chains. 
 
 
 
We need to act now to address these issues. Only if the current inequitable trajectory of AI is halted, the incentives changed, and the production and use of AI decentralized from wealthier nations will AI be able to deliver on its promise to build a better world for all.
    Show book