Éloge de l'odorat - André Holley | Odile Jacob

In Praise of the Sense of Smell - André Holley | Odile Jacob

What is a smell? How do we perceive it? What role has the sense of smell played in evolution, among animals? Is there a memory for smells? And why can't we imagine a smell?

This fascinating book by André Holley explores the mysteries of the sense of smell, a sense often overlooked but crucial in our relationship to the world and others. Through a scientific and accessible approach, the author guides us in discovering the mechanisms of smell and its importance in our daily lives.

With modern culture, we have developed our higher cognitive faculties, sometimes at the expense of our primitive senses. Yet, the sense of smell plays a crucial role, both in our interaction with the environment and in our social relationships. Holley also examines society's tendency to "deodorize" while creating new artificial scents through chemistry, and questions the consequences of this transformation.

André Holley, a professor of neuroscience at the University of Claude-Bernard in Lyon and head of the Neurosensorial and Cognitive Processes team in the Neuroscience and Sensory Systems laboratory at CNRS, brings unparalleled expertise to this subject. He is also the director of the CNRS-Industries Research Group for cosmetics and perfumes.

Book Details:

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782738107404
• ISBN: 978-2-7381-0740-4
• Publisher: Odile Jacob
• Publication Date: 10/20/1999
• Collection: Sciences
• Number of Pages: 276
• Dimensions: 22.3 x 14.4 x 2.1 cm
• Weight: 320 g
• Language: French

Now available at Athenaeum, your specialized bookstore. Immerse yourself in an enriching read and discover the hidden role of the sense of smell in our lives.