{"product_id":"the-science-of-alfred-hitchcock-the-truth-behind-psycho-the-birds-north-by-northwest-and-other-legendary-films-by-the-master-of-suspense-9781510779648","title":"The Science of Alfred Hitchcock: The Truth Behind Psycho, the Birds, North by Northwest, and Other Legendary Films by the Master of Suspense","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom the authors of \u003ci\u003eThe Science of Stephen King \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Science of Agatha Christie \u003c\/i\u003ecomes a book made for every classic film aficionado.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Science of Alfred Hitchcock\u003c\/i\u003e is a close look at the Master of Suspense's most revered works. From his start in the silent era to his shocking unmasking of Norman Bates in \u003ci\u003ePsycho, \u003c\/i\u003ewe explore Hitchcock's legacy through the lens of biography, science, and pop culture. Steeped in the golden era of Hollywood, \u003ci\u003eThe Science of Alfred Hitchcock \u003c\/i\u003eis a daringly close look at the man behind the camera lens. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Join us as we delve into the history of Hitchcock's ouvre to discover;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Who was the true life murderer who inspired \u003ci\u003eShadow of a Doubt\u003c\/i\u003e? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Was there really a feud between Hitchcock and studio legend David O. Selznick? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the psychology behind some of Hitchcock's most famous characters? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Is there science to support a \"perfect\" murder as featured in many of Hitchcock's films? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With a comprehensive look at Alfred Hitchcock's impressive filmography, this book is a must-read for every lover of suspense. Whether you're a film buff or a cinema newbie, you'll be mesmerized by the history and science behind the greatest film director of a generation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Meg Hafdahl,Kelly Florence\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Skyhorse Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/04\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Science of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 216\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.90h x 6.10w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781510779648","brand":"Skyhorse Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45090176041097,"sku":"9781510779648","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9240\/6921\/files\/img_61f0a483-cfd7-48cd-8283-89c8416d985e.jpg?v=1766478194","url":"https:\/\/sonsanddaughtersbooks.com\/products\/the-science-of-alfred-hitchcock-the-truth-behind-psycho-the-birds-north-by-northwest-and-other-legendary-films-by-the-master-of-suspense-9781510779648","provider":"Sons and Daughters Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}