{"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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeg Hafdahl \u003c\/b\u003eis a writer and co-host of the \u003ci\u003eHorror Rewind\u003c\/i\u003e podcast. Her female-driven horror fiction has been produced for audio by The Wicked Library. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eHer Dark Inheritance\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDaughters of Darkness\u003c\/i\u003e, and the short story series Twisted Reveries. Meg lives in Minnesota with her husband, two young sons, and a menagerie of pets. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKelly Florence \u003c\/b\u003eis a teacher, a mother, and a horror film lover. She is passionate about female representation in all media and particularly in the horror genre. Kelly teaches at Lake Superior College in Duluth, Minnesota, and produces and co-hosts \u003ci\u003eHorror Rewind\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Skyhorse Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51705102958866,"sku":"9781510779648","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_0582c5ae-24e7-4a72-947a-0187bfb1d6e8.jpg?v=1762340681","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.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":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}