And The Geek Shall Inherit The Earth
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Unnatural Selection
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Author : Mark Roeder
language : en
Publisher: Skyhorse
Release Date : 2014-10-14
Unnatural Selection written by Mark Roeder and has been published by Skyhorse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-14 with Science categories.
Unnatural Selection is the first book to examine the rise of the "technocentric being"—or geek—who personifies a distinct new phase in human evolution. People considered geeks often have behavioral or genetic traits that were previously considered detrimental. But the new environment of the Anthropocene period—the Age of Man—has created a kind of digital greenhouse that actually favors their traits, enabling many non-neurotypical people to bloom. They resonate with the technological Zeitgeist in a way that turns their weaknesses into strengths. Think of Mark Zuckerberg versus the towering, Olympics-bound Winklevoss twins in the movie Social Network. Roeder suggests that the rise of the geek is not so much the product of Darwinian "natural selection" as of man-made—or unnatural—selection. He explains why geeks have become so phenomenally successful in such a short time and why the process will further accelerate, driven by breakthroughs in genetic engineering, neuropharmacology, and artificial intelligence. His book offers a fascinating synthesis of the latest trends in these fields and predicts a twenty-first century "cognitive arms race" in which new technology will enable everyone to become more intelligent and "geek-like."
And The Geek Shall Inherit The Earth
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Author : Carljoe Javier
language : en
Publisher: Flipside Digital Content Company Inc.
Release Date : 2011-06-01
And The Geek Shall Inherit The Earth written by Carljoe Javier and has been published by Flipside Digital Content Company Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-01 with Humor categories.
In And the Geek Shall Inherit the Earth, Carl Javier writes funny essays about being a geek, interviewing girls for men's mags, pondering the nuances of a pee-lemma (if you don't know what that is, you'll see in the book), teaching at an all-girls school, joining a reality show, and many other topics. Packed with insights as well as punchlines, the book is a fun and entertaining read for geeks and non-geeks alike.
The Overachievers
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Author : Alexandra Robbins
language : en
Publisher: Hachette Books
Release Date : 2006-08-08
The Overachievers written by Alexandra Robbins and has been published by Hachette Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-08 with Family & Relationships categories.
The bestselling author of Pledged returns with a groundbreaking look at the pressure to achieve faced by America's teens In Pledged, Alexandra Robbins followed four college girls to produce a riveting narrative that read like fiction. Now, in The Overachievers, Robbins uses the same captivating style to explore how our high-stakes educational culture has spiraled out of control. During the year of her ten-year reunion, Robbins goes back to her high school, where she follows heart-tuggingly likeable students including "AP" Frank, who grapples with horrifying parental pressure to succeed; Audrey, whose panicked perfectionism overshadows her life; Sam, who worries his years of overachieving will be wasted if he doesn't attend a name-brand college; Taylor, whose ambition threatens her popular girl status; and The Stealth Overachiever, a mystery junior who flies under the radar. Robbins tackles teen issues such as intense stress, the student and teacher cheating epidemic, sports rage, parental guilt, the black market for study drugs, and a college admissions process so cutthroat that students are driven to suicide and depression because of a B. With a compelling mix of fast-paced narrative and fascinating investigative journalism, The Overachievers aims both to calm the admissions frenzy and to expose its escalating dangers.
The Geeks Shall Inherit The Earth
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Author : Alexandra Robbins
language : en
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
Release Date : 2024-09-24
The Geeks Shall Inherit The Earth written by Alexandra Robbins and has been published by Hachette+ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-09-24 with Education categories.
New York Times–Bestseller: "An excellent overview of the complex social environment of high school . . . often humorous and touching . . . Very highly recommended." — Library Journal (starred review) These are the true stories of seven people grappling with the uncertainties of high school social life: The Loner, who has withdrawn from classmates since they persuaded her to unwittingly join her own hate club; The Popular Bitch, a cheerleading captain both seduced by and trapped within her clique's perceived prestige; The Nerd, whose differences cause students to laugh at him and his mother to needle him for not being "normal"; The New Girl, determined to stay positive as classmates harass her for her mannerisms and target her because of her race; The Gamer, an underachiever in danger of not graduating, despite his intellect and his yearning to connect with other students; The Weird Girl, who battles discrimination and gossipy politics in school but leads a joyous life outside of it; and The Band Geek, who is alternately branded too serious and too emo, yet annually runs for class president. In a smart, entertaining, reassuring book, Alexandra Robbins explains the fascinating psychology and science behind popularity and the outcast experience. She reveals that the things that set students apart in high school are the things that help them stand out later in life. These intertwining narratives "beautifully demonstrate . . . that the people who are excluded and bullied for their offbeat passions and refusal to conform are often the ones who are embraced and lauded for those very qualities in college and beyond" ( The New York Times). The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth is essential reading not just for students, teachers, and parents but for all of us, because at some point in our lives we've all been on the outside looking in. "Required reading for anyone who has ever felt left out . . . or misunderstood. Schools everywhere would do well to incorporate it into their curriculum. Robbins' ode to the cafeteria fringe will have you laughing, cheering, shocked." — Chicago Sun-Times "Insightful and timely . . . with an effective list of tips for parents, teachers, students, and schools." — Publishers Weekly "Offers real hope to adolescents . . . the students and their stories are thoroughly engaging . . . not just entertaining but important." — Kirkus Reviews
Con Nerd
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Author : Oliver Phommavanh
language : en
Publisher: Random House Australia
Release Date : 2019-04-02
Con Nerd written by Oliver Phommavanh and has been published by Random House Australia this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-04-02 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
It's one small step for nerds, one giant leap to being cool. Mama tells me I'm gifted and talented. But I know the truth. I'm just a nerd. Kids call me Con-nerd - half Connor and all nerd. I'm supposed to become a doctor but i have this deep, dark secret: I want to be a cartoonist. And all of a sudden my mega-cool comics are getting noticed at school - I might even get into a special art class. That would sure impress this girl I'm keen on . . . and it might just be my chance to show the world my true destiny. But I'm not sure Mama will see it quite that way . . .
Geek Girls Unite
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Author : Leslie Simon
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2011-10-04
Geek Girls Unite written by Leslie Simon and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-04 with Social Science categories.
What do Amy Poehler, Bjork, Felicia Day, Martha Stewart, Miranda July, and Zooey Deschanel have in common? They’re just a few of the amazing women proving that “geek” is no longer a four-letter word. In recent years, male geeks have taken the world by storm. But what about their female counterparts? After all, fangirls are just like fanboys—they put on their Imperial Stormtrooper Lycra pants one leg at a time. Geek Girls Unite is a call to arms for every girl who has ever obsessed over music, comics, film, comedy, books, crafts, fashion, or anything else under the Death Star. Music geek girl Leslie Simon offers an overview of the geek elite by covering groundbreaking women, hall-of-famers, ultimate love matches, and potential frenemies, along with her top picks for playlists, books, movies, and websites. This smart and hilarious tour through girl geekdom is a must-have for any woman who has ever wondered where her sassy rebel sisters have been hiding.
Daemon
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Author : Daniel Suarez
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2010-01-07
Daemon written by Daniel Suarez and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-07 with Fiction categories.
A man is found brutally murdered - and the only possible perpetrator happens to be dead. As more killings follow, it becomes clear that mass carnage is being planned and organised from beyond the grave. The Daemon - a lethal and seemingly unstoppable computer program - is responsible and murder is the least of its capabilities. Masterminded by a twisted genius, the Daemon inhabits the systems on which society depends. In a world where everyone and everything is online, nothing is out of its reach. And as we are all connected, there is no escape... Explosive, action-packed, terrifyingly relevant, Daemon redefines the high-concept thriller for the information age.
Ready Player One
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Author : Ernest Cline
language : en
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Release Date : 2011-08-16
Ready Player One written by Ernest Cline and has been published by Ballantine Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-08-16 with Fiction categories.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. “Enchanting . . . Willy Wonka meets The Matrix.”—USA Today • “As one adventure leads expertly to the next, time simply evaporates.”—Entertainment Weekly A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready? In the year 2045, reality is an ugly place. The only time Wade Watts really feels alive is when he’s jacked into the OASIS, a vast virtual world where most of humanity spends their days. When the eccentric creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves behind a series of fiendish puzzles, based on his obsession with the pop culture of decades past. Whoever is first to solve them will inherit his vast fortune—and control of the OASIS itself. Then Wade cracks the first clue. Suddenly he’s beset by rivals who’ll kill to take this prize. The race is on—and the only way to survive is to win. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly • San Francisco Chronicle • Village Voice • Chicago Sun-Times • iO9 • The AV Club “Delightful . . . the grown-up’s Harry Potter.”—HuffPost “An addictive read . . . part intergalactic scavenger hunt, part romance, and all heart.”—CNN “A most excellent ride . . . Cline stuffs his novel with a cornucopia of pop culture, as if to wink to the reader.”—Boston Globe “Ridiculously fun and large-hearted . . . Cline is that rare writer who can translate his own dorky enthusiasms into prose that’s both hilarious and compassionate.”—NPR “[A] fantastic page-turner . . . starts out like a simple bit of fun and winds up feeling like a rich and plausible picture of future friendships in a world not too distant from our own.”—iO9
Be More Chill
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Author : Ned Vizzini
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Release Date : 2009-08-20
Be More Chill written by Ned Vizzini and has been published by HarperCollins UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-08-20 with Young Adult Fiction categories.
One boy’s exploration of what it takes to be “cool”, how to get a girl and what (not) to do when you’ve got one...
Secrets Of The Tomb
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Author : Alexandra Robbins
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2002-09-06
Secrets Of The Tomb written by Alexandra Robbins and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-09-06 with Social Science categories.
This is the only exposé of one of the world's most secretive and feared organizations: Yale University's nearly 200-year-old secret society, Skull and Bones. Through society documents and interviews with dozens of members, Robbins explains why this old-boy product of another time still thrives today.