What is das perfum?

"Das Parfum" or "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" is a novel written by German author Patrick Süskind. It was first published in 1985 and became an instant bestseller. The book tells the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an 18th-century Frenchman who is born with no body odor but has an enhanced sense of smell. Grenouille becomes obsessed with creating the perfect scent and begins to murder young women to extract their odor. The novel is known for its vivid and detailed descriptions of smells and its exploration of the power of scent in human emotion and behavior. It has been adapted into several forms, including a film in 2006 starring Ben Whishaw and Alan Rickman. Additionally, "Das Parfum" has been translated into over 40 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide.