Scents of Arabia: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Ancient Olfactory Worlds

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Scents of Arabia: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Ancient Olfactory Worlds is written by Arnulf Hausleiter and published by Archaeopress Archaeology. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1805830740 (ISBN 10) and 9781805830740 (ISBN 13).

Scents of Arabiapresents an innovative interdisciplinary exploration of the role of scents and incense in ancient Arabian societies. Bringing together leading experts in archaeology, biomolecular science, sensory studies, history, and ethnography, it reveals how aromatic substances were deeply embedded in social, ritual, and economic life across time. The book challenges traditional trade-focused narratives and instead highlights the complex, multisensory dimensions of scent - as a medium of communication, identity, and religious experience. Emphasizing the cultural agency of olfaction, the contributions of this book offer new frameworks for understanding how ancient societies perceived, used, and valued aromatic substances. This volume positions olfactory heritage as a key element of historical inquiry and advocates for its recognition within broader debates on intangible cultural heritage.