Who was Alfred Hitchcock, the "master of suspense"? In twelve clever chapters, Edward White explores the man, the legacy, and the cultural phenomenon. Each chapter highlights a different aspect of Hitchcock's life and work, revealing not just the life that Hitchcock lived but also the different versions of himself that he projected. The Twelve Lives of Alfred Hitchcock is a must-read for Hitchcock devotees, film buffs, and connoisseurs of hearty biographies about complicated icons.