Aromatics and the Soul: A Study of Smells by Dan McKenzie

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Author McKenzie, Dan, 1870-1935
LoC No. 24014450
Title Aromatics and the Soul: A Study of Smells
Contents Preface -- Olfaction and public health -- The sense of olfaction in lower animals -- Olfactory memory -- Smell and speech -- Smell in folk-lore, religion, and history -- The ultimate -- Smell and the personality -- Theories of olfaction -- Dust of the rose petal.
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Summary "Aromatics and the Soul: A Study of Smells" by Dan McKenzie is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the significance of smells in human experience, particularly focusing on olfaction and its implications for public health, cultural practices, and memory. The author explores the various dimensions of scent, looking into both the physiological aspects and the emotional connections associated with aromas. The opening of the text begins with a preface that sets the stage for examining olfaction as a vital yet often overlooked sense in human life. McKenzie reflects on the criticisms received from a friend regarding the omission of certain anatomical details in the manuscript, including the vomero-nasal organ. He uses this critique to introduce the themes of the book, emphasizing the subjective nature of perceiving smells and their symbolic significance. McKenzie proceeds to outline the chapters ahead, hinting at a rich exploration of olfaction's role in health, history, and individual perception. He intertwines scientific insight with personal anecdotes, effectively engaging the reader while presenting olfaction as a profound aspect of human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QP: Science: Physiology
Subject Smell
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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