The Anthropology of Smell

This book discusses the meaning of smell from a socio—cultural perspective and brings important considerations of smell and olfaction beyond anatomy and physiology in an erudite, reader—friendly style. It addresses ideas about smell and odor in culturally diverse contexts; pays attention to the subtle ways in which smell is expressed; treats smell as part of memory, prejudice, rumor, and sexuality; offers insights into the role of smell in religion, literature, film art, intangible cultural...