Scent: a natural history of fragrance

Preface

Introduction

Incense, wood, and resin. The torchwoods : frankincense, myrrh, and copal ; Fragrant woods : agarwood and sandalwood

Spices. Spices of the Western Ghats ; The Spice Islands ; Saffron, vanilla, and chocolate

Scented gardens and aromatic herbs. Gardens ; Fragrant flowers and aromatic herbs ; Roses

Perfumery from mandarin to musk. Humble beginnings : mint and turpentine ; Perfume notes

Fragrance and fashion. Impossible flowers and buildings a perfume ; Scented worlds : industry and fashion

Glossary.