This luxurious hard-cover book chronicles the development and universe of perfume over the course of two hundred pages and nine fascinating chapters. Perfume lovers will appreciate the beautifully illustrated and in-depth interviews of perfume creators, eloquent articles from perfume writers and experts, as well as a showcase chapter paying tribute to thirty-nine world-class perfume brands. These include a rich and varied cross section of collections that cover different styles and approaches including brands whose appeal has gained mainstream recognition, as well as those who have deliberately sought to retain their niche identity.