{"product_id":"the-perfume-project-journeys-through-indian-fragrance-by-divrina-dhingra-hardcover","title":"The Perfume Project: Journeys through Indian fragrance by Divrina Dhingra [Hardcover]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perfume Project: Journeys through Indian Fragrance is a nonfiction work that explores India's rich and diverse tradition of perfumery through a blend of travel writing, history, science, and personal memoir. Author Divrina Dhingra travels across India to trace the stories behind some of the country's most iconic fragrances, including rose, jasmine, sandalwood, saffron, oud, and vetiver. The book examines how scents are deeply connected to memory, identity, culture, and everyday life while also highlighting the communities, farmers, and artisans who sustain India's fragrance industry. Dhingra combines research on aromatics with firsthand experiences and insights into the modern perfume trade, revealing both the beauty of traditional perfumery and the challenges it faces in a rapidly changing world. The book offers a fascinating look at how fragrance shapes Indian history, culture, and personal experiences. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivrina Dhingra is an Indian journalist, writer, and perfume enthusiast. She has worked with leading lifestyle and fashion publications such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.in\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eVogue India\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eELLE India\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harpersbazaar.in\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eHarper's Bazaar India\u003c\/a\u003e. Based in New Delhi, Dhingra developed a strong interest in the history, culture, and science of fragrance, which inspired her to write \u003cem\u003eThe Perfume Project\u003c\/em\u003e. Her work is known for combining careful research with engaging storytelling, making complex subjects accessible to a broad audience. Through this book, she brings attention to India's centuries-old perfume heritage and the people who keep these traditions alive. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":49273532907777,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/pp_a82d9507-a158-470e-9040-9426757addef.jpg?v=1781784763","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-perfume-project-journeys-through-indian-fragrance-by-divrina-dhingra-hardcover","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}