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Literary Olfactology (THE POLITICS OF SMELL) with Ally Louks

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Smells and Society: Perception and Identity

This chapter examines the societal perceptions and cultural implications of various smells, particularly focusing on negative and positive associations with food scents and tobacco. It explores how these perceptions are tied to broader themes of prejudice, identity, and socio-economic status. Additionally, the discussion covers the evolution of perfume in relation to women's professional identities and the changing landscape of scent preferences over time.

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