The Olfactory History: Smell and Memory

This chapter delves into the intriguing research of a scent historian who recreates historical smells for museum exhibits, with a focus on the Battle of Waterloo. It highlights how scents, from gunpowder to Napoleon's perfume, can evoke memories and enhance the emotional experience of art, linking smells to personal and historical contexts. The narrative emphasizes the profound connection between smell, memory, and emotion, encouraging a deeper engagement with the world through our olfactory senses.