In Search of Perfumes by Dominique Roques

In Search of Perfumes by Dominique Roques

A journey across the world, revealing the beauty and mysteries of the perfume trade. The book also tackles the earth's changing climate conditions, with its impact on the sources of the world's scents.

'A fresh and informative book of warmth and intelligence' -- Virginie Bloch-Lainé, Libération
'Dominique Roques' passionate account of his journey in search of the world's unique and sometimes ancient scents inspires us to join him' -- Rosan Hollak, NRC Handelsblad
'[An] immersive debut.. with detailed accounts of his trips and vivid descriptions of the scents ... [Roques'] rich travelogue will transport readers' * Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) *
'A joy to read... I would recommend it to everyone who wants an insight into perfumery and its ingredients' -- Marianne Martin, President of the British Society of Perfumers

Dominique Roques is the head of sourcing at Firmenich, a Swiss company which provides the world's leading perfume brands with natural fragrances, essences, and extracts. Over the last thirty years he has worked with companies such as Bulgari, Thierry Mugler, Guerlain and Yves Saint Laurent.

Stephanie Smee is a translator into English of all things literary and French. Her most recent translation is of Pascal Janovjak's The Rome Zoo, which was the winner of the Swiss Literature Award.

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ISBN 13	9781914495168
ISBN 10	1914495160
Title	In Search of Perfumes
Author	Dominique Roques
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Headline Publishing Group
Year published	2022-10-13
Number of pages	272
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.