On the Scent
Unlocking the Mysteries of Smell - and How Its Loss Can Change Your World
Robert Wainwright author Paola Totaro author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Elliott & Thompson Limited
Published:23rd Jun '22
Should be back in stock very soon
This hardback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£10.99(9781783967124)
This book explores the profound impact of losing our sense of smell, particularly during the pandemic, and its implications on daily life.
In On the Scent, the author delves into the intricate relationship between our sense of smell and our everyday lives. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and scientific research, the narrative explores how the loss of this sense can profoundly impact our experiences and interactions with the world around us. The book highlights the often-overlooked significance of smell, illustrating its role in memory, emotion, and even identity.
As the global pandemic unfolded, many individuals experienced a sudden loss of smell, prompting a reevaluation of this essential sense. On the Scent examines how this widespread phenomenon not only affected personal lives but also reshaped societal perceptions of smell. The author provides insights into the psychological and emotional ramifications of losing such a fundamental aspect of sensory experience, emphasizing the importance of smell in our day-to-day existence.
Ultimately, On the Scent serves as both a personal and collective journey, encouraging readers to appreciate the nuances of smell and its impact on our lives. By weaving together stories of individuals who have navigated the challenges of losing their sense of smell, the book fosters a deeper understanding of this mysterious sense and its critical role in shaping our reality.
“Engaging and hopeful” New Scientist
“Genuinely interesting …There were quite a few of those 'ooh, that's interesting' moments … If you have lost your sense of smell or had it distorted - something that far more of us have experienced in the past couple of years as a result of Covid - I would strongly recommend this book.” Popular Science
“An enthralling, elegantly written, and poignant exploration of our most neglected sense, one whose role in human life – in memory, emotion, attachment – has suddenly been made vivid by loss.” Peter Godfrey-Smith, author of the bestselling OTHER MINDS
"Such an engaging and pleasurable read which should do a lot to lift smell out of the shadows ... packed with insights and observations that bring this topic to life for everyone" Professor Barry Smith, Centre for the Study of the Senses, University of London
"Destined to be a bible for anyone who has lost their sense of smell, whether from Covid or not" Chrissi Kelly, AbScent
"You don’t need to have lost your sense of smell to love this book, but if you have you will devour it... it will profoundly change the way you think about our ability to smell and how its loss affects our lives. This is science writing at its very best." Fiona Fox, author of BEYOND THE HYPE: The inside story of science's biggest media controversies
”Of the three major senses – sight, hearing and smell – smell is the most neglected. But it got its revenge in Covid. Paola Totaro and Robert Wainwright have written a fascinating book, alerting us to so many aspects of what we take for granted.” David Hare
ISBN: 9781783966424
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256 pages