Unlike visual images, scents are often changeable and endlessly diverse. They are not tied to strictly defined zones in the brain, which poses complex challenges for scientists in neurobiology, chemistry, and perfumery. Smell, working in tandem with the brain, functions not only as a guide but also as an instrument for measurement, allowing each person to form a unique perception of the world. The book “The Philosophy of Smell” by science popularizer and cognitive scientist Anne-Sophie Barlvy is the result of in-depth analysis of materials and numerous interviews with professionals in neurobiology, psychology, chemistry, and perfumery. In it, the author offers a fascinating investigation into the meaning of smell in our lives and demonstrates its influence on our behavior and how we perceive the surrounding world. This book will be useful for those interested in psychology, neurobiology, and chemistry, as well as for fragrance and winemaking enthusiasts, who will learn about the processes of creating scents and flavors.