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Let Scent and Subversion take you for a whiff on the wild side of 20th century perfume.Perfume has been and continues to be subversive. By playing with gender conventions, highlighting the ripe smells of the human body, or celebrating queer and louche identities, 20thcentury perfume broke free from the assumptions of the prior century, and became a largely unrecognized part of the social and style revolutions of the modern era.In Scent and Subversion: Decoding a Century of Provocative Perfume, Barbara Herman continues her irreverent, poetic, and often humorous analysis of vintage perfumes and perfume ads that she began on her popular blog YesterdaysPerfume.com. The book features descriptions of over 300 perfumes, starting with Fougre Royale (1882) and ending with Demeter's Laundromat (2000).Lavishly illustrated with more than 100 vintage perfume ads, it will also regale you with essays on scent appreciation, a glossary of important perfume terms and ingredients, and tips on how to begin your own foray into vintage and contemporary perfume. Herman also looks to the future through interviews with scent visionaries such as odor expert and 'professional provocateur' Sissel Tolaas, punk perfumer Antoine Lie, and Martynka Wawrzyniak, the artist behind 'Smell Me,' the world's first olfactory selfportrait.The perfect book for perfume aficionados (aka 'perfumistas') as well as connoisseurs of modern fashion and design, feminist and LGBTQ historians, and fans of vintage advertising.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Scent and Subversion'? A: 'Scent and Subversion: Decoding A Century Of Provocative Perfume' explores the subversive nature of 20th-century perfume, examining how it challenged gender norms and contributed to social revolutions.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Scent and Subversion' is Barbara Herman, known for her insightful analysis of vintage perfumes.
- Q: What types of content can I expect in this book? A: The book includes descriptions of over 300 perfumes, vintage ads, essays on scent appreciation, a glossary of perfume terms, and interviews with contemporary scent visionaries.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Scent and Subversion' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Scent and Subversion' published? A: 'Scent and Subversion' was published on November 5, 2013.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in perfume appreciation? A: Yes, 'Scent and Subversion' provides tips on how to start exploring vintage and contemporary perfumes, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: Does the book feature illustrations? A: Yes, it is lavishly illustrated with more than 100 vintage perfume ads.
- Q: What audience is this book targeted towards? A: 'Scent and Subversion' is aimed at perfume enthusiasts, fashion and design connoisseurs, and those interested in feminist and LGBTQ histories.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Scent and Subversion'.