Bøger af John Charles Sawer

"Odorographia" is a comprehensive and profusely-illustrated treatise on perfume ingredients, with information on their history, production, use, favourable combinations, and much more. First published in 1892, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in the history and development of the perfume industry, and it is not to be missed by collectors of related literature. Contents include: "The Odour of Musk", "The Odour of Rose", "Perfumes somewhat resembling the Rose", "The Citrine Odours", "Jasmine, Jonquil and Hyacinth", "The Odour of Violet", "Ylang-ylang.-Champa.-Artabotrys", "Odour of the Hayfields", "Vanilla", "Odour of Bitter Almond.-Cherry Laurel.-Heliotrope", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned introduction on essential oils.

Rhodologia: A Discourse on Roses, and the Odor of Rose (1894) is a book written by John Charles Sawer. The book is a detailed exploration of roses and their fragrance. Sawer delves into the history of roses, their cultivation, and the different types of roses that exist. He also discusses the science behind the fragrance of roses and the various chemical compounds that contribute to their scent. The book is written in a scholarly style, with a focus on scientific research and analysis. It includes illustrations and diagrams to aid in the understanding of the topics covered. Overall, Rhodologia is a comprehensive guide to the world of roses and their fragrance, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.