The Science of Alfred Hitchcock: The Truth Behind Psycho, The Birds, North by Northwest, and Other Legendary Films by the Master of Suspense

Author:   Meg Hafdahl ,  Kelly Florence
Publisher:   Skyhorse Publishing
ISBN:  

9781510779648


Pages:   216
Publication Date:   26 February 2026
Format:   Paperback
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The Science of Alfred Hitchcock: The Truth Behind Psycho, The Birds, North by Northwest, and Other Legendary Films by the Master of Suspense


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From the authors of The Science of Stephen King and The Science of Agatha Christie comes a book made for every classic film aficionado. The Science of Alfred Hitchcock 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 Psycho, we explore Hitchcock's legacy through the lens of biography, science, and pop culture. Steeped in the golden era of Hollywood, The Science of Alfred Hitchcock is a daringly close look at the man behind the camera lens. Join us as we delve into the history of Hitchcock's ouvre to discover; Who was the true life murderer who inspired Shadow of a Doubt? Was there really a feud between Hitchcock and studio legend David O. Selznick? What is the psychology behind some of Hitchcock's most famous characters? Is there science to support a ""perfect"" murder as featured in many of Hitchcock's films? 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.

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Author:   Meg Hafdahl ,  Kelly Florence
Publisher:   Skyhorse Publishing
Imprint:   Skyhorse Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.249kg
ISBN:  

9781510779648


ISBN 10:   1510779647
Pages:   216
Publication Date:   26 February 2026
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Not yet available   Availability explained
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Meg Hafdahl is a writer and co-host of the Horror Rewind podcast. Her female-driven horror fiction has been produced for audio by The Wicked Library. She is the author of Her Dark Inheritance, Daughters of Darkness, and the short story series Twisted Reveries. Meg lives in Minnesota with her husband, two young sons, and a menagerie of pets. Kelly Florence is 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 Horror Rewind.

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