Chandler Burr
Journalist and fragrance author
Born
December 30th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American journalist and author focused on the world of fragrance. Served as the fragrance critic for The New York Times, where coverage included reviews and explorations of olfactory experiences. Authored several books on scent, contributing significantly to the dialogue around perfumery and sensory perception. Additionally, worked with various publications and media platforms to expand the understanding of smell's cultural and psychological implications.
Wrote 'The Emperor of Scent'
Served as fragrance critic for The New York Times
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