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Exploring the evolution of smell, this book traces its origins from bacteria to modern humans' fascination with fragrances. It delves into how scent influences animal behavior, particularly in relation to sex, and highlights the significance of humans losing the vomeronasal organ. Beyond biology, it examines the cultural impact of scent through incense, perfumes, and their representation in art and literature. Designed for a broad audience, it offers comprehensive insights without requiring advanced scientific knowledge, appealing to both scientists and students across various disciplines.
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ADAM'S NOSE, AND THE MAKING OF HUMANKIND, Michael Stoddart
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- Rok vydání
- 2015
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- Titul
- ADAM'S NOSE, AND THE MAKING OF HUMANKIND
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Michael Stoddart
- Vydavatel
- ICP
- Rok vydání
- 2015
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 282
- ISBN13
- 9781783265183
- Kategorie
- Fyzika
- Anotace
- Exploring the evolution of smell, this book traces its origins from bacteria to modern humans' fascination with fragrances. It delves into how scent influences animal behavior, particularly in relation to sex, and highlights the significance of humans losing the vomeronasal organ. Beyond biology, it examines the cultural impact of scent through incense, perfumes, and their representation in art and literature. Designed for a broad audience, it offers comprehensive insights without requiring advanced scientific knowledge, appealing to both scientists and students across various disciplines.